NCLEX-RN · Question #738
During the active phase of rheumatic fever, the nurse teaches parents of a child with acute rheumatic fever to assist in minimizing joint pain and promoting healing by:
The correct answer is C. Immobilizing the joints in functional position using splints, rolls, and pillows. (A) Any movement of the joint causes severe pain. (B) Touching or moving the joint causes severe pain. (C) Immobilization in a functional position allows the joint to rest and heal. (D) Pressure from the warm water bottle or pads can cause severe pain or burning of the skin.
Question
During the active phase of rheumatic fever, the nurse teaches parents of a child with acute rheumatic fever to assist in minimizing joint pain and promoting healing by:
Options
- APutting all joints through full range-of-motion twice daily
- BMassaging the joints briskly with lotion or liniment after bath
- CImmobilizing the joints in functional position using splints, rolls, and pillows
- DApplying warm water bottle or heating pads over involved joints
How the community answered
(40 responses)- A15% (6)
- B3% (1)
- C73% (29)
- D10% (4)
Explanation
(A) Any movement of the joint causes severe pain. (B) Touching or moving the joint causes severe pain. (C) Immobilization in a functional position allows the joint to rest and heal. (D) Pressure from the warm water bottle or pads can cause severe pain or burning of the skin.
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