The nurse establishes a nursing problem, "Fatigue related to inability to rest comfortably secondary to rheumatoid arthritis." Which nursing intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care (POC) for this client?

Rationale: A. Consult the discharge planner about transferring the client to an assisted living center: While discharge planning may be appropriate for clients with functional limitations, it does not directly address fatigue management or help the client cope with daily activities related to rheumatoid arthritis. B. Offer assurance that the fatigue inducing stage of the disease does not last: Providing reassurance alone does not equip the client with practical strategies to manage fatigue or improve energy levels, making it an insufficient intervention. C. Instruct the client about the importance of maintaining bedrest: Prolonged bedrest can worsen fatigue, reduce joint mobility, and increase the risk of deconditioning in rheumatoid arthritis. Encouraging bedrest is not an appropriate intervention for managing fatigue here. D. Assist the client with learning how to set priorities and pace activities: Teaching the client to prioritize tasks and pace activities helps conserve energy and manage fatigue effectively. This intervention directly addresses the nursing problem by promoting functional independence and improving quality of life.