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The nurse is teaching the client newly diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematous about the condition. Which statement by the client indicates teaching was effective?
a) "I do not need to make any changes in my diet."
b) "I should avoid prolonged sun exposure."
c) "My energy level will gradually increase over time."
d) "My medications will ultimately correct my problem."

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Answer:

"I should avoid prolonged sun exposure."

Explanation:

  • An autoimmune disorder in which the immune system starts attacking the healthy tissues of the body is known as systemic lupus erythematous (SLE).
  • Some of the common symptoms of this disease is rashes, hair loss, mouth ulcers, joint pain etc.
  • The disease is associated with making many lifestyle changes one of which is avoiding exposure to the sunlight since, the skin manifestations of the disease worsen upon exposure sunlight.
  • Therefore, when the nurse is teaching the client to cope up with the disease the statement that "I should avoid prolonged sun exposure" indicates that the teaching was effective.

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