Arthritis Flashcards

1
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What are the two most common types of arthritic conditions?

A) Osteoarthritis and Psoriatic Arthritis
B) Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gout
C) Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
D) Juvenile Arthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis

A

C) Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

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What is a common pharmacologic intervention for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

A) NSAIDs and acetaminophen
B) DMARDs and biologics
C) Corticosteroids and antibiotics
D) Antihistamines and antivirals

A

B) DMARDs and biologics

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Which joint deformity is characterized by hyperextension of the PIP joint and flexion of the DIP joint?

A) Boutonniere Deformity
B) Swan Neck Deformity
C) Ulnar Drift
D) Radial Drift

A

B) Swan Neck Deformity

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Which nodes are commonly associated with Osteoarthritis in the DIP joints?

A) Bouchard’s nodes
B) Heberden’s nodes
C) Both Bouchard’s and Heberden’s nodes
D) No nodes are associated

A

B) Heberden’s nodes

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Which of the following is not typically a symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

A) Pain and symmetrical joint involvement
B) Morning stiffness
C) Cachexia
D) Non-inflammatory joint degeneration

A

D) Non-inflammatory joint degeneration

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What percentage of individuals with Osteoarthritis experience difficulty with ADLs?

A) 15%
B) 25%
C) 50%
D) 60%

A

B) 25%

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What is the primary pathological change in Osteoarthritis?

A) Synovitis
B) Loss of articular cartilage
C) Formation of pannus
D) Cachexia

A

B) Loss of articular cartilage

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Which condition is characterized by the immune system attacking the synovium leading to inflammation and joint damage?

A) Osteoarthritis
B) Rheumatoid Arthritis
C) Gout
D) Lupus

A

B) Rheumatoid Arthritis

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What is a common conservative treatment for managing arthritis symptoms?

A) Surgery
B) Physical therapy
C) Patient education on joint protection techniques
D) Chemotherapy

A

C) Patient education on joint protection techniques

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10
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Which surgical procedure is commonly performed for severe CMC arthritis?

A) Synovectomy
B) Arthroplasty
C) CMC arthroplasty
D) Arthrodesis

A

C) CMC arthroplasty

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Which of the following is a symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis in its acute stage?

A) Non-inflammatory joint degeneration
B) Painful, red, hot, and swollen joints
C) Loss of articular cartilage
D) Osteophytes

A

B) Painful, red, hot, and swollen joints

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Which therapeutic exercise is recommended during the acute and subacute phases of arthritis?

A) Strengthening exercises
B) High-impact aerobic exercises
C) AROM exercises
D) Intense resistance training

A

C) AROM exercises

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What is the primary goal of conservative splinting in arthritis management?

A) Immobilize the joint permanently
B) Enhance function and prevent deformity
C) Increase pain sensitivity
D) Promote joint stiffness

A

B) Enhance function and prevent deformity

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Which joint is commonly affected by Basal Joint Arthritis?

A) DIP joints
B) PIP joints
C) MCP joints
D) CMC joint of the thumb

A

D) CMC joint of the thumb

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What type of nodes develop in the PIP joints in Osteoarthritis?

A) Heberden’s nodes
B) Bouchard’s nodes
C) Rheumatoid nodules
D) Osteophytes

A

B) Bouchard’s nodes

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What is the primary pharmacologic intervention for Osteoarthritis?

A) DMARDs and biologics
B) NSAIDs and acetaminophen
C) Antibiotics and antivirals
D) Corticosteroids and antihistamines

A

B) NSAIDs and acetaminophen

17
Q

What is the most common type of arthritis?

A) Rheumatoid Arthritis
B) Psoriatic Arthritis
C) Osteoarthritis
D) Gout

A

C) Osteoarthritis

18
Q

What percentage of individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis experience difficulty with ADLs?

A) 15%
B) 25%
C) 50%
D) 60%

A

D) 60%

19
Q

Which joint deformity involves subluxation of the MCP joints?

A) Swan Neck Deformity
B) Boutonniere Deformity
C) Ulnar Drift
D) Radial Drift

A

C) Ulnar Drift

20
Q

Which physical agent modality is contraindicated during an acute flare-up of arthritis?

A) Cryotherapy
B) Hot packs
C) Fluidotherapy
D) Paraffin

A

B) Hot packs

21
Q

What is a common extra-articular feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

A) Osteophytes
B) Trophic changes
C) Non-inflammatory joint degeneration
D) Heberden’s nodes

A

B) Trophic changes

22
Q

Which arthritis condition is characterized by non-inflammatory joint changes primarily due to wear and tear?

A) Rheumatoid Arthritis
B) Osteoarthritis
C) Psoriatic Arthritis
D) Gout

A

B) Osteoarthritis

23
Q

What is a typical intervention goal for Occupational Therapy in managing arthritis?

A) Decrease joint motion
B) Increase pain levels
C) Decrease pain and improve joint motion
D) Promote joint deformity

A

C) Decrease pain and improve joint motion

24
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Which joints are commonly affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis?

A) DIP joints
B) PIP joints
C) MCP joints and wrists
D) Hips only

A

C) MCP joints and wrists

24
Q

What is the chief complaint in patients with Basal Joint Arthritis?

A) Pain at the base of the thumb
B) Pain in the elbow
C) Pain in the knee
D) Pain in the shoulder

A

A) Pain at the base of the thumb

25
Q

What type of deformity involves flexion of the PIP joint and hyperextension of the DIP joint in Rheumatoid Arthritis?

A) Ulnar Drift
B) Swan Neck Deformity
C) Boutonniere Deformity
D) Radial Drift

A

C) Boutonniere Deformity

26
Q

Which scale is commonly used to assess pain in patients with arthritis?

A) McGill Pain Questionnaire
B) Brief Fatigue Inventory
C) Bristol Rheumatoid Arthritis Fatigue Assessments
D) Canadian Occupational Performance Measure

A

A) McGill Pain Questionnaire

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What is the primary purpose of adaptive equipment for patients with arthritis?

A) Increase joint load
B) Simplify work tasks
C) Promote pain
D) Restrict movement

A

B) Simplify work tasks

28
Q

What type of arthritis is often associated with conditions such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Trigger Fingers?

A) Rheumatoid Arthritis
B) Osteoarthritis
C) Psoriatic Arthritis
D) Gout

A

B) Osteoarthritis

29
Q

Which intervention involves using hot packs and paraffin to improve ROM and address pain?

A) Joint protection techniques
B) Physical Agent Modalities
C) Surgical intervention
D) Pharmacologic treatment

A

B) Physical Agent Modalities