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EAQ Osteoarthritis Questions and Answers Graded A+ A patient with osteoarthritis asks if supplements can help. What is the nurse's response? A) Some supplements, like glucosamine and chondroitin, may help with joint health B) There is no benefit to taking supplements for osteoarthritis C) ...

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A patient with osteoarthritis asks if supplements can help. What is the nurse's response?


✔✔A) Some supplements, like glucosamine and chondroitin, may help with joint health


B) There is no benefit to taking supplements for osteoarthritis

C) Supplements are the primary treatment and should replace prescribed medications

D) All supplements should be avoided, as they worsen osteoarthritis




How does regular low-impact exercise benefit patients with osteoarthritis?


✔✔A) It strengthens muscles around the joint and maintains flexibility


B) It causes joint instability and may worsen symptoms

C) It reduces bone density in affected areas

D) It leads to complete cartilage regrowth over time




Which joint is most commonly affected by osteoarthritis in the hands?


✔✔A) The base of the thumb and the fingers' joints


B) The wrist joint

C) The elbow joint

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,D) The shoulder joint




What lifestyle factor should be addressed in a patient with osteoarthritis to reduce joint stress?

A) Increased sodium intake


✔✔B) Weight management through a balanced diet and exercise


C) Frequent consumption of alcohol

D) Reduced protein intake for better joint flexibility




What role does physical activity play in managing osteoarthritis pain?


✔✔A) It helps to maintain joint function and reduce stiffness


B) It accelerates joint degeneration and increases pain

C) It eliminates the need for other treatments like medications

D) It solely focuses on increasing muscle mass without improving mobility




When should a patient with osteoarthritis seek immediate medical attention?

A) If they experience joint pain after exercising


✔✔B) If they have sudden, severe pain, fever, and redness in the joint


C) If they experience mild swelling that does not resolve within a few days


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,D) If they develop a minor ache in the joint after physical therapy




What is the primary benefit of using a brace or splint for a patient with osteoarthritis?


✔✔A) To provide joint stability and reduce pain during movement


B) To completely eliminate joint inflammation

C) To restore full range of motion immediately

D) To prevent all forms of exercise or movement




A patient with osteoarthritis in the hips complains of difficulty walking. What should the nurse

suggest for pain relief?

A) Running for short distances to strengthen the joint


✔✔B) Using a cane to support weight and reduce pressure on the hip


C) Sitting for prolonged periods to rest the joint

D) Increasing physical activity to promote mobility




What factor is most likely to increase the risk of osteoarthritis in the knees?


✔✔A) Obesity, due to excess weight on the joints


B) Consuming a diet high in antioxidants


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, C) Running long distances in a cushioned environment

D) Drinking large amounts of water to hydrate cartilage




When a patient with osteoarthritis reports joint stiffness in the morning, what is the most

appropriate nursing intervention?

A) Advise the patient to rest for the entire day


✔✔B) Encourage gentle stretching and movement after waking


C) Recommend applying cold compresses to the joint

D) Instruct the patient to use a heating pad before getting out of bed




How can physical therapy benefit someone with osteoarthritis?

A) By increasing inflammation to promote healing


✔✔B) By strengthening muscles around the affected joint and improving mobility


C) By completely eliminating the need for medications

D) By promoting bone regrowth in the affected joint




A 65-year-old female patient with osteoarthritis is considering surgery. What is the most

common surgical option for advanced osteoarthritis?



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