Joint Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Is reactive arthritis usually symmetric or asymmetric
A
asymmetric
2
Q
is reactive arthritis inflammatory or non inflammatory
A
inflammatory
3
Q
what are the treatment steps in someone with reactive arthritis?
A
-NSAIDS
-intra-articular steroids
-oral steroids
-DMARDs
4
Q
is osteoarthritis an inflammatory arthritis?
A
no
5
Q
what does prednisone (high or low) is suitable for polymyalgia rheumatica?
A
low (20mg per day) - if pt doesn’t respond, reconsider diagnosis
6
Q
what should you prescribe alongside long-term oral steroids?
A
-gastric protection
-bone protection
