单选题 Which of the following measures would the nurse take into consider to help minimize joint pain in a child with rheumatic fever?
A. Massaging the affected joints.
B. Applying ice to the affected joints.
C. Limiting movement of the affected joints.
D. Encouraging progressive weight bearing.

【正确答案】 C

【答案解析】In rheumatic fever, the joints--especially the knees, ankles, elbows, and wrists--are painful, swollen, red, and hot to the touch. Limiting movement of the affected joints typically minimizes pain.