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- Client presenting for the initial dose of etanercept following the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis.
- The client reported joint pain in the hands not improving with acetaminophen.
- Will prescribe better pain control and follow up in six weeks.
- Etanercept 50 mg SubQ every week
- Naproxen 500 mg PO Daily, as needed for pain
The nurse prepares to administer the prescribed etanercept
➢ Complete the sentences below by selecting the appropriate option
The nurse should instruct the client that the prescribed etanercept [raises the blood glucose. / increases the risk for infection. / causes weight gain.] Prior to the first dose, the nurse should ensure the client has had a [fasting blood glucose. / negative purified protein derivative (PPD) test. / baseline lipid panel.] After administering the medication, the nurse should [gently rub the area that was injected with the medication. / perform a pain assessment 30 minutes after administration. / assess for an injection site reaction.]
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