Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis most commonly affects this demographic group.
Who are postmenopausal women?
As well as persons with a small frame, low Vitamin D and Calcium intake.
This is the most common form of arthritis, often associated with aging and wear-and-tear on joints.
What is osteoarthritis?
Unlike osteoarthritis, RA typically affects this many joints on each side of the body.
What is the same number (symmetrically)?
This type of device may be recommended to reduce joint strain and improve mobility.
What is an assistive device (e.g., cane, walker)?
A common symptom of advanced osteoporosis, especially in the spine.
What is loss of height or kyphosis (dowager’s hump)?
Fractures also occur in advanced osteoporosis.
Patients with OA often report this brief symptom after periods of inactivity, usually lasting less than 30 minutes.
What is morning stiffness?
Chronic inflammation in RA can lead to this permanent joint deformity.
What is joint erosion or deformity?
RA patients should avoid these types of activities during a flare-up.
What are strenuous or repetitive movements?
This class of medications slows bone breakdown and is commonly prescribed for osteoporosis.
What are bisphosphonates?
Irritating to GI track, sit up for 30 minutes. Do not crush or take with other meds, take on empty stomach to increase absorption.
This classic OA symptom is usually worse with activity and relieved by rest.
What is joint pain?
RA joint stiffness usually lasts for this long in the morning.
What is more than 30 minutes?
Typically 60 minutes or more.
These common medications relieve pain and inflammation but do not stop joint damage.
What are NSAIDs?
This dietary restriction should be avoided when taking calcium supplements, as it can hinder absorption.
What is high-phosphate or high-oxalate foods (e.g., soda, spinach)?
This body condition increases the load on joints, contributing to OA development.
What is obesity?
Other risk factors include: Smoking, advanced age
These two inflammatory markers are usually elevated in RA.
What are ESR and CRP?
Nurses should educate OA patients to avoid this when joints are painful.
What is overuse or high-impact activities?
Imaging study to determine bone density in osteoporosis.
What is DEXA scan.
Educate client to avoid calcium supplements for 24 hours prior. No other modifications are needed.
Unlike rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis is typically not associated with this symptom.
What is systemic inflammation or fever?
Instead, joints are affected by cartilage deterioration.
Nurses should encourage RA patients to do this to maintain joint mobility.
What is regular range-of-motion exercises?
This mineral is essential for strong bones and is often taken as a supplement for osteoporosis prevention.
What is calcium?