A nurse is caring for a patient who has some immobility from noninflammatory joint degeneration. The nurse is teaching the patient about this process. Which information will the nurse include in the teaching session?

A) This will affect synovial fluid.
B) This will affect the body systemically.
C) This involves mostly non-weight-bearing joints.
D) This involves overgrowth of bone at the articular ends.

Articular Ends

The end parts of bones that come into contact with each other in a joint, often covered with cartilage to allow for smooth movement.

Synovial Fluid

A viscous, non-Newtonian fluid found in the cavities of synovial joints, facilitating smooth movement and reducing friction between articular cartilages.

Noninflammatory

Referring to conditions or processes that do not involve inflammation or the typical signs of inflammation (such as redness, swelling, heat, and pain).