A Client with Osteoarthritis (OA)of the Knees and Hips Returns

Multiple Choice

A client with osteoarthritis (OA) of the knees and hips returns for a 3-month follow-up visit with the provider. The nurse calculates that the client's body mass index (BMI) is now 22. The client reports starting a water aerobics and running program three times per week. The client is also using hot packs for edema for 20 minutes and cold packs for pain for 40 minutes daily. After evaluating the client's actions, which follow-up interventions should the nurse plan? Select all that apply.

A) Reinforce the correct use of hot packs.
B) Suggest the client replace running with a lower impact exercise.
C) Explain the risk of injury associated with use of cold packs.
D) Advise the client to continue weight loss.
E) Congratulate the client on starting water aerobics.