A client with potential rheumatoid arthritis is having laboratory testing and requires an ESR blood test. Which of the following best describes the ESR?

A 68-year-old client suffers from rheumatoid arthritis in the joints of her arms, legs, and hands. The doctor has prescribed oral corticosteroid treatment for the client’s condition. Which information should the nurse include about how this medication works to treat arthritis?

Etanercept is a subcutaneous injection given for rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse understands that this drug does which of the following?

A client who has suffered from severe rheumatoid arthritis for 10 years has decided not to have surgery after injuring a leg in a fall. Which of the following describes how the nurse would advocate for this client in this case? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a 78-year-old client with severe, debilitating rheumatoid arthritis who lives at home with the spouse. The nurse assesses the client’s level of safety in the home. Which aspects should be included as part of this home safety assessment? Select all that apply.

A client takes medication for rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse reviews the client’s list of medications and knows that which of the following medications is used to treat and manage rheumatoid arthritis?

A nurse is caring for a 78-year-old client with severe, debilitating rheumatoid arthritis who lives at home with the spouse. The nurse assesses the client’s level of safety in the home. Which aspects should be included as part of this home safety assessment? Select all that apply.

A 68-year-old client suffers from rheumatoid arthritis in the joints of her arms, legs, and hands. The doctor has prescribed oral corticosteroid treatment for the client’s condition. Which information should the nurse include about how this medication works to treat arthritis?