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WorksheetsFundamental Nursing-Osteoarthritis
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following best describes osteoarthritis (OA)?
An autoimmune disease that attacks synovial joints
A degenerative joint disease causing cartilage breakdown
An infectious process involving the synovial membrane
An inflammatory disorder caused by uric acid buildup
Which joint is most commonly affected by osteoarthritis?
Elbow
Wrist
Knee
Shoulder
Which patient statement indicates an understanding of osteoarthritis management?
“I will take my antibiotic until the infection clears.”
“Resting all day will prevent stiffness in my joints.”
“Losing weight can help reduce pressure on my knees.”
“This disease is caused by my immune system attacking my joints.”
A nurse is teaching a patient with OA about exercise. Which activity should the nurse recommend?
Running
Swimming
Jumping rope
Step aerobics
Which of the following is not a typical symptom of osteoarthritis?
Joint pain and stiffness
Swelling and warmth over the joint
Decreased range of motion
Crepitus with movement
A patient asks, “Why do my joints feel stiff in the morning?” The nurse’s best response is:
“The stiffness is caused by inflammation of your cartilage.”
“Joint stiffness occurs because movement helps lubricate the joints.”
“It means the disease is spreading to other joints.”
“That’s a sign of infection in the joint.”
What is the primary goal of nursing care for a patient with OA?
Prevent infection
Eliminate pain completely
Maintain joint function and manage pain
Promote immune system health
Which medication is most commonly used to relieve pain from OA?
Prednisone
Acetaminophen
Penicillin
Furosemide
Which diagnostic test is most useful for confirming osteoarthritis?
X-ray
MRI
Arthroscopy
Ultrasound
A nurse reviews the chart of a patient with OA. Which finding would the nurse expect to see documented?
Symmetrical joint inflammation
Positive rheumatoid factor
Heberden’s and Bouchard’s nodes on finger joints
Positive rheumatoid factor
