Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
During painful episodes of juvenile arthritis.During painful episodes of juvenile arthritis, a plan of care should include what nursing intervention?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Proper positioning of the affected joints to prevent musculoskeletal complications. Proper positioning helps reduce pain and prevent contractures in juvenile arthritis. Weight-control diet (A) is not directly related to managing pain during episodes. High-resistance exercises (C) can exacerbate pain and inflammation in the affected joints. Complete bed rest (D) may lead to muscle weakness and joint stiffness.