Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Osteoarthritis
A
degeneration of cartilage in a joint
degenerative disease; excessive “wear and tear”
2
Q
Risk factors for Osteoarthritis
A
- older age
- obesity, smoking
- female
- repetitive stress on joints
3
Q
Most common S/S of Osteoarthritis
A
Hernerden’s Nodes (bony bumps on joints tip of finger)
-Bouchard’s Nodes (bony bumps in middle of finger)
4
Q
Other S/S of Osteoarthritis
A
- joint pain, stiffness
- enlarged joints
- loss of function
- crepitus (crackling, grating sound when bones rub against each other)
5
Q
Medications for Osteoarthritis
A
- analgesics
- Glucocorticoid injections
6
Q
Patient teaching for Osteoarthritis
A
- balance rest w/ activity
- lose weight, stop smoking
7
Q
What should be encouraged for a patient with Osteoarthritis
A
- physical therapy
- strength training
- yoga
- Tai Chi
8
Q
What should be done for inflammation
A
apply ice
9
Q
What should be done for stiffness
A
apply heat
