The nurse is completing an initial assessment for a client with suspected fibromyalgia syndrome. Which of the following assessments should the nurse complete first ?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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The nurse is completing an initial assessment for a client with suspected fibromyalgia syndrome. Which of the following assessments should the nurse complete  first ? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Palpate the tender points associated with fibromyalgia syndrome throughout the client's body

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Ask the client if they experience an irresistible urge to move their legs at rest or when laying down

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Complete the Beck's Depression Inventory for potential risk factors associated with fibromyalgia

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Assess for subjective data focused on stress management and the presence of anxiety

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