A client is diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). What symptom would the nurse expect to see?

Choice A reason: Allowing the client to sleep to build up stamina is not the priority intervention, because it does not address the psychosocial needs of the client. Sleeping is a physiological need, not a psychosocial need. Sleeping may help the client recover physically, but it does not help the client cope emotionally or socially with the isolation.

Choice B reason: Maintaining a sixfoot distance from the client is not the priority intervention, because it does not enhance the psychosocial needs of the client. Maintaining a sixfoot distance from the client is a safety measure, not a psychosocial intervention. Maintaining a sixfoot distance from the client may help prevent the transmission of infection, but it does not help the client feel less lonely or isolated.

Choice C reason: Providing a timeframe for the isolation is not the priority intervention, because it does not enhance the psychosocial needs of the client. Providing a timeframe for the isolation is an informational intervention, not a psychosocial intervention. Providing a timeframe for the isolation may help the client understand the rationale and duration of the precautions, but it does not help the client feel more engaged or supported.

Choice D reason: Providing the client with diversional activities is the priority intervention, because it enhances the psychosocial needs of the client. Providing the client with diversional activities is a psychosocial intervention, not a physiological, safety, or informational intervention. Providing the client with diversional activities may help the client feel more entertained, stimulated, and connected with others, which can reduce the negative effects of isolation.

Choice A reason: The main side effect of acetaminophen is gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is not a teaching that the nurse should include in the education, because it is incorrect and misleading. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer that is commonly used for osteoarthritis, but it does not have antiinflammatory properties. Acetaminophen does not cause GI bleeding, unlike NSAIDs, which can irritate the stomach lining and increase the risk of ulcers and bleeding. The main side effect of acetaminophen is liver damage, which can occur if the dose is exceeded or if the drug is combined with alcohol or other hepatotoxic substances.

Choice B reason: You should not take more than 4000 mg of acetaminophen a day is a teaching that the nurse should include in the education, because it is correct and important. Acetaminophen has a maximum daily dose of 4000 mg for adults, which should not be exceeded to avoid the risk of liver damage or overdose. Acetaminophen can be found in many overthecounter and prescription products, such as cold and flu remedies, cough syrups, or combination analgesics. Therefore, the client should read the labels carefully and keep track of the total amount of acetaminophen they are taking from all sources.

Choice C reason: Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are very safe and have no side effects is not a teaching that the nurse should include in the education, because it is incorrect and misleading. NSAIDs are a group of drugs that have antiinflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects, and that are commonly used for osteoarthritis. However, NSAIDs are not very safe and have many side effects, such as GI bleeding, ulcers, kidney damage, cardiovascular events, allergic reactions, or interactions with other drugs. Therefore, the client should use NSAIDs with caution and under the supervision of the provider.

Choice D reason: The most common adverse effect of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are liver failure and tinnitus is not a teaching that the nurse should include in the education, because it is incorrect and misleading. Liver failure and tinnitus are not the most common adverse effects of NSAIDs, but rather rare and serious ones. Liver failure can occur in some cases of NSAID overdose or hypersensitivity, while tinnitus can occur in some cases of NSAID toxicity or high doses. The most common adverse effects of NSAIDs are GI bleeding, ulcers, or irritation, which can affect up to 15% of the users.