The nurse observes the presence of brittle, concave curves to the nails of a client on assessment. Which information should the nurse obtain from the client that may explain the appearance of the nails?
Recent candida infection.
Diabetes mellitus.
Coronary heart disease.
Iron deficiency anemia.
The Correct Answer is D
A. A recent Candida infection could affect the nails, but it typically causes nail thickening and discoloration rather than brittle, concave nails.
B. Diabetes mellitus can lead to various nail changes, including thickening and yellowing, but it is not commonly associated with brittle, concave nails.
C. Coronary heart disease may cause changes in the nails due to poor circulation, but it is not specifically linked to brittle, concave nails.
D. Iron deficiency anemia is commonly associated with brittle, concave nails, a condition known as koilonychia. This nail abnormality is a classic sign of iron deficiency and warrants further investigation.
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Correct Answer is ["A","H","I"]
Explanation
- Shoulder - unable to move the arm away from the body: Abduction
Rationale: Abduction refers to moving the arm away from the body. If the client is unable to perform this movement, it indicates a limitation in shoulder abduction. - Elbow - only able to straighten joint 20 degrees: Extension
Rationale: Extension involves straightening the joint. The client’s ability to only straighten the elbow 20 degrees suggests limited extension. - Wrist - able to bend wrist back: Extension
Rationale: Extension of the wrist refers to bending the wrist backward, away from the palm. If the client can perform this movement, it indicates functional wrist extension.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. A recent Candida infection could affect the nails, but it typically causes nail thickening and discoloration rather than brittle, concave nails.
B. Diabetes mellitus can lead to various nail changes, including thickening and yellowing, but it is not commonly associated with brittle, concave nails.
C. Coronary heart disease may cause changes in the nails due to poor circulation, but it is not specifically linked to brittle, concave nails.
D. Iron deficiency anemia is commonly associated with brittle, concave nails, a condition known as koilonychia. This nail abnormality is a classic sign of iron deficiency and warrants further investigation.
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