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A clinic does not have the capacity to get quick results of joint fluid testing for urate crystals. To support the diagnosis of gout, the nurse would review a client's case for which assessment findings?
Select all that apply.

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

▸ The client reports that the joint was "normal" yesterday.

▸ The inflamed joint is red.

▸ The client's BUN is elevated.

▸ X-rays confirm the joint swelling is not symmetrical.

▸ Redness and swelling are present in multiple joints.

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