MSK Flashcards
1
Q
What is the goal of treatment for inflammatory arthritis
3
A
control inflammation
pain management
maintain function
2
Q
What are 3 treatments for inflammatory arthritis
A
NSAIDs, methotrexate, steroids
3
Q
A patient presents with hand/joint swelling, fatigue, RF -ve.
You need more tests- what do you order?
TQ*
A
Xray
acute phase reactants like CRP, ESR
4
Q
What are Heberden nodules
TQ*
A
degenerative joint disease distal part of fingers in OA
unsure of wording
5
Q
What is needed for dx of inflam arthritis
A
joint aspiration of SF