The nurse is caring for a client that has a history of fibromyalgia and lupus. The client complains of pain. The nurse knows that which of the following would be an inappropriate question to assess the client’s pain?

A patient with lupus needs to take corticosteroids for control of symptoms but has developed an electrolyte deficit as a side effect of the drug. Which nutrition strategy should the nurse recommend for the patient that would help to combat this side effect?

The nurse is assessing a client and observes a butterfly rash. The nurse knows that this is a sign of which of the following conditions?

A 71-year-old client presents for care of exacerbation of lupus symptoms. Which of the following cardiac abnormalities should the nurse assess for that are most closely associated with lupus?

A client is hospitalized for complications of lupus. Which of the following principles are associated with promoting this client’s level of self-care? Select all that apply.

A client with lupus has been using corticosteroids. Which of the following must the nurse consider if this client must undergo surgery? Select all that apply.