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A Patient Has Systemic Sclerosis Manifested by CREST ( Calcinosis

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A patient has systemic sclerosis manifested by CREST ( calcinosis, Raynaud's phenomenon, esophageal dysfunction, sclerodactyly, telangiectasia ) syndrome. Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care?


A) Avoid use of capsaicin cream on hands.
B) Keep patient's room warm and draft free.
C) Obtain capillary blood glucose before meals.
D) Assist to bathroom every 2 hours while awake.

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