RN Immune System Assessment
Question: 3 of 22
A nurse is caring for a child who has a new diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). The client's parent asks, "Are there are any complications in growth and development that I should be aware of?" Which of the following responses should the nurse make? (Select all that apply.)
"As this disease progresses, your child may lose the ability to perform self-care, like toileting."
"You will need to watch out for any potential joint changes."
"We'll monitor developmental milestones at every visit to note any delays."
"There may be psychosocial changes to be aware of as this disease progresses."
"Your child may not live as long as they would have without a JIA diagnosis."