lewis ch 64 RA + OA Flashcards
1
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treatment plan rheumatoid arthritis (5)
A
- NSAIDS, cox2 inhibitors
- disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (plaquenil, methotrexate, enbrel)
- heat/cold
- deformity preventing devices
- PT
2
Q
complications rheumatoid arthritis (4)
A
- deformities, stress fractures
- anemia
- pericarditis
- fibrosis, pneumonitis
3
Q
risk factors rheumatoid arthritis (2)
A
- women
- ages 40-50 yo
4
Q
S+S rheumatoid arthritis (4)
A
- joint stiffness, pain
- morning stiffness >1hr
- sjogrens syndrome
- felty syndrome
5
Q
3 stages rheumatoid arthritis
A
synovitis
pannus
fibrous ankylosis
6
Q
S+S synovitis stage of RA (2)
A
- thickened synovial membranes
- inflammation
7
Q
S+S pannus stage of RA
A
cartilage destruction
8
Q
S+S fibrous ankylosis stage of RA
A
fibrous tissue which evolves into scar tissues
9
Q
how long should pt with RA use ice
A
10-15 mins
10
Q
health promotion of osteoarthritis (2)
A
- weight loss
- prompt treatment traumatic joint injuries
11
Q
home and work environment modification for pt with OA (4)
A
- scatter rugs, railings, night lights
- wear well fitting supportive shoes
- assistive devices
- canes, walkers, elevated toilet seats, grab bars
