NUR 160 Exam 3 with Complete Solutions 2026/2027 updated.
define arthritis correct answers inflammation of a joint
name the 4 types of arthritis correct answers osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis,
gout
what causes OA? correct answers long-term or excessive wear and tear on joints
name the two forms of OA correct answers primary and secondary
what is the cause of primary OA? correct answers unknown origin
what is the cause of secondary OA? correct answers trauma, infection, previous fractures, wear
and tear from rep work, stress on weight-bearing joints, RA, occupational stooping and bending
OA signs and symptoms correct answers pain, stiffness, tenderness, swelling, loss of flexibility,
bone spurs, grinding/crackling noises
list OA diagnostics correct answers x-ray, MRI, bone scans
list medical managements for OA correct answers Tylenol, NSAIDs, Celebrex, ambulation,
massage therapy, and relaxation techniques, and surgical intervention
list OA nursing interventions correct answers alternate positions w/ periods of rest, encourage
maintenance of ADLs, weight reduction plan, assess for GI bleeding, walking aids
foods to avoid for OA correct answers processed foods, prepackaged meals, omega-6 fatty acids,
sugar and sugar alternatives, red meat, fried foods, refined carbs, cheese, high fat dairy, and
alcohol
foods that help OA correct answers oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), oils, dairy, leafy greens,
broccoli, green tea, garlic, nuts
what is the prognosis for OA? correct answers chronic condition leading to permanent
destruction of affected cartilage and underlying bone
T/F: regarding OA, bones rub against other bones because of the destruction of cartilage b/w
them correct answers true
define RA correct answers chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of synovial joints
scope of RA correct answers stage 1 (early effects) → stage 4 (terminal)
list risk factors for RA correct answers age, sex, genetics, smoking, history of live births, obesity
, list signs of RA correct answers joint pain, tenderness, weight loss, fatigue or weakness, fever
T/F: regarding RA, the same symptoms will not present on only one side of the body correct
answers false
define flare-ups correct answers a sudden outburst of worsening symptoms
define remission correct answers reduction or disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a
disease
list RA diagnostics correct answers x-ray, ANA, CRP, ESR, latex agglutination test, RBC count,
RF, synovial fluid aspiration, synovial fluid biopsy
what are rheumatoid factors? correct answers proteins produced by your immune system that can
attack healthy tissue in your body
list RA medical managements correct answers DMARDs, NSAIDs, Capsaicin, fish oil, pain
relief, surgical intervention, slow progression of joint damage
list DMARDs correct answers Humira, Rituxan, Remicade
list RA nursing interventions correct answers additional sleep, exercise, strength training, aerobic
exercise (swimming, walking), yoga, ROM, heat, proper med use, proper diet
foods to avoid for RA correct answers red meat, dairy, corn oil, fried foods, fast food, processed
food, salt, sugar, alcohol, and grilled foods from charcoal
foods to help RA correct answers olive oil, fish, greens, omega-3 fatty acids, beans, broccoli,
cherries, citrus fruits, nuts, ginger, green tea, soy, turmeric, whole grains
what is the prognosis for RA? correct answers stage I: early effects, stage IV: terminal
list the differences of RA and OA correct answers OA = mechanical wear and tear on joints
RA = autoimmune disease in which the body's own immune system attacks the
define osteoporosis correct answers a disease that results in loss of bone density
what is the acronym associated w/ osteoporosis risk factors? correct answers A.C.C.E.S.S.
list osteoporosis risk factors correct answers alcohol, corticosteroid, low calcium, low estrogen,
smoking, and sedentary lifestyle
who is at greater risk for osteoporosis? correct answers Caucasian/Asian women,
postmenopausal women
define arthritis correct answers inflammation of a joint
name the 4 types of arthritis correct answers osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis,
gout
what causes OA? correct answers long-term or excessive wear and tear on joints
name the two forms of OA correct answers primary and secondary
what is the cause of primary OA? correct answers unknown origin
what is the cause of secondary OA? correct answers trauma, infection, previous fractures, wear
and tear from rep work, stress on weight-bearing joints, RA, occupational stooping and bending
OA signs and symptoms correct answers pain, stiffness, tenderness, swelling, loss of flexibility,
bone spurs, grinding/crackling noises
list OA diagnostics correct answers x-ray, MRI, bone scans
list medical managements for OA correct answers Tylenol, NSAIDs, Celebrex, ambulation,
massage therapy, and relaxation techniques, and surgical intervention
list OA nursing interventions correct answers alternate positions w/ periods of rest, encourage
maintenance of ADLs, weight reduction plan, assess for GI bleeding, walking aids
foods to avoid for OA correct answers processed foods, prepackaged meals, omega-6 fatty acids,
sugar and sugar alternatives, red meat, fried foods, refined carbs, cheese, high fat dairy, and
alcohol
foods that help OA correct answers oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), oils, dairy, leafy greens,
broccoli, green tea, garlic, nuts
what is the prognosis for OA? correct answers chronic condition leading to permanent
destruction of affected cartilage and underlying bone
T/F: regarding OA, bones rub against other bones because of the destruction of cartilage b/w
them correct answers true
define RA correct answers chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of synovial joints
scope of RA correct answers stage 1 (early effects) → stage 4 (terminal)
list risk factors for RA correct answers age, sex, genetics, smoking, history of live births, obesity
, list signs of RA correct answers joint pain, tenderness, weight loss, fatigue or weakness, fever
T/F: regarding RA, the same symptoms will not present on only one side of the body correct
answers false
define flare-ups correct answers a sudden outburst of worsening symptoms
define remission correct answers reduction or disappearance of the signs and symptoms of a
disease
list RA diagnostics correct answers x-ray, ANA, CRP, ESR, latex agglutination test, RBC count,
RF, synovial fluid aspiration, synovial fluid biopsy
what are rheumatoid factors? correct answers proteins produced by your immune system that can
attack healthy tissue in your body
list RA medical managements correct answers DMARDs, NSAIDs, Capsaicin, fish oil, pain
relief, surgical intervention, slow progression of joint damage
list DMARDs correct answers Humira, Rituxan, Remicade
list RA nursing interventions correct answers additional sleep, exercise, strength training, aerobic
exercise (swimming, walking), yoga, ROM, heat, proper med use, proper diet
foods to avoid for RA correct answers red meat, dairy, corn oil, fried foods, fast food, processed
food, salt, sugar, alcohol, and grilled foods from charcoal
foods to help RA correct answers olive oil, fish, greens, omega-3 fatty acids, beans, broccoli,
cherries, citrus fruits, nuts, ginger, green tea, soy, turmeric, whole grains
what is the prognosis for RA? correct answers stage I: early effects, stage IV: terminal
list the differences of RA and OA correct answers OA = mechanical wear and tear on joints
RA = autoimmune disease in which the body's own immune system attacks the
define osteoporosis correct answers a disease that results in loss of bone density
what is the acronym associated w/ osteoporosis risk factors? correct answers A.C.C.E.S.S.
list osteoporosis risk factors correct answers alcohol, corticosteroid, low calcium, low estrogen,
smoking, and sedentary lifestyle
who is at greater risk for osteoporosis? correct answers Caucasian/Asian women,
postmenopausal women
