Treatment Options for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

What are the common interventions for a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) experiencing knee pain?

A. Rest and joint supports

B. Surgical intervention

C. Exercise

Answer:

A. Rest and joint supports

For a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) who is suffering from knee pain, the nurse would expect the common intervention to be rest and the use of joint supports.

Resting the affected joint and utilizing joint supports like splints or braces can help reduce inflammation and provide relief to the discomfort experienced by the child.