Procedures
Who can provider therapy to a person with RA?
Who are OTs and PTs?
This medication reduces inflammation and pain
What are NSAIDs? (ibuprofen, Naproxen)
This gender more likely to get RA
What is women
These medications can be used to treat RA pain but can also cause stomach ulceration if misused.
What are, NSAIDs
T/F: Physical assessment can be used to diagnose RA
True
What procedure removes the inflammed lining of a joint?
What is a synovectomy?
T/F: Gluten is acceptable for a person to have with RA
What is false, Gluten can increase inflammation
RA is most common in people over this age
What is 60 years old
A client with RA has been in laying in bed for a few hours, what should you suggest to prevent joint stiffness and pressure ulcers?
What is, Repositioning
A diagnostic test used to help diagnose RA
What is an x-ray?
This procedure fixes any ruptures or loose tendons...
What is a Tendon Repari?
This medication slows joint damage in addition to reducing inflammation and pain
What are Steroids? (Prednisone)
T/F: RA can be genetic
True
A Client tells you they are experiencing pain associate with their RA. When should you expect them to rest
What is, Early in the day/morning
An autoantibody found in rheumatoid arthritis
What is rheumatoid factor?
The fusing of a joint to stabilize or realign a joint is called...?
This medication slows the progression of RA and saves the joints from permanent damage
What are DMARDs? (Methotrexmate, Hydroxychloroquine)
This can cause RA as well as worsen symptoms
What is smoking.
A nurse may recommend this to prevent greater strain on joints due to obesity
What are, diet changes
A blood test that is positive in clients with RA
What is ANA?
Insertion of a prostheses made of plastic or metal is called what?
What is a total joint replacement?
A diet full of ______, vegetables and fruits is a great diet for an individual with RA.
What are grains?
T/F: RA affects one side of the body.
What is false
What are can a client with RA practice on their own to prevent joint stiffness
What is ROM
Swelling, redness, stiffness, and warmth of the joints
What does RA look like on a physical assessment