Final Flashcards
X-ray findings - osteophyte, joint space narrowing, sclerosis, define OA
Grade 4
Most likely associated with RA
Carpal tunnel
RA
Systemic, progressive debilitating
X-rays most useful in monitoring RA
Mid-late stages
Presence of RH factor alone is able to diagnose RA
No
Chiropractors are suggested for treatment of OA
Yes
Why does diagnosis require referral for RA
Biologics can slow progression and need medical approval
Fats antiinflammatory needed
Olive oil
Exercise is contraindicated for OA
False
WOTF described joint destruction with OA
Asymmetrical loss of joint space, eburnation
Labs for OA
None
Pannus formation
Abnormal layer of fibrovascular tissue
WOTF most likely affects nervous system
RA
Direct method in which RA damages bone
Osteoclasts - pannus formation increases level of osteoclasts
CCP
Cyclic citrilluine peptide antibody
Damaged to which is first step in OA
Cartilage
Glucosamine and condoitine for OA these supplements do what
Decrease pain but doesn’t rebuild cartilage
Established pt used tetracycline no repiratory distress
Call prescribing doctor
Bulla vs vesicle
Change in size
Most common site for psoriasis in lower extremity
Knees
Caused by mites
Cabies
Brownish tan without sun
Addisons
Brownish hemosiderin deposits
Stasis dermatitis
Oval fawn
Pityriasis