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The client has fibromyalgia and asks the nurse why this occurs. Which statement by the client, would show that the explanation was understood?

"There is inflammation in my muscles and tendons."

"The disease is psychosomatic."

"There is destruction of cartilage in my joints."

"My body mistakes non-painful stimuli for pain."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Fibromyalgia does not involve inflammation in muscles and tendons; it is a central nervous system disorder.

B. Fibromyalgia is not psychosomatic, although its symptoms are not fully understood and may involve stress.

C. Cartilage destruction is more characteristic of osteoarthritis, not fibromyalgia.

D. Fibromyalgia is characterized by abnormal pain processing, where the body perceives normal sensations as painful.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Vitamin D absorption is more directly influenced by sunlight exposure and dietary intake.

B. Walking, a weight-bearing exercise, helps stimulate bone formation and maintain bone density.

C. Walking does not influence estrogen levels, which are primarily related to hormonal changes.

D. Although walking can aid in weight loss, its primary benefit in this context is improving bone health.

A. Swan-neck deformities of the fingers B. Swollen, painful knee joint with bony enlargement. C. Large painful, hot right great toe D. Hot red, swollen elbow joint

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Swan-neck deformities are associated with rheumatoid arthritis, not osteoarthritis.

B. Osteoarthritis often presents with joint swelling, pain, and the formation of bony enlargements, particularly at the knees.

C. A painful, hot right great toe suggests gout, not osteoarthritis.

D. Hot, red, swollen joints are characteristic of inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, not osteoarthritis.

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