Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client with an exacerbation of goutA nurse is collecting data from a client who has an exacerbation of gout. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
B,C,E
Rationale
A nurse collecting data from a client who has an exacerbation of gout should expect to find edema, tophi, and erythema. Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when urate crystals accumulate in the joints, causing inflammation and intense pain.