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A 33-year-old client complains of fatigue, anorexia, and a low-grade fever. The client also complains of joint pain. Which condition does the nurse suspect?

ExplanationFatigue, anorexia, weight loss, and a low-grade fever are common in RA, SLE, and anemia. However, joint pain is exclusive to RA. Clients with osteoarthritis complain of joint pain, but not signs of systemic inflammation.