Psoriatic Arthritis Flashcards
1
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What is it
A
Chronic, erosive inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology associated with psoriasis
2
Q
Population
A
M=F
3
Q
What joints are usually affected
A
- asymmetric involvement
- distal small joints (MTP, PIP, DIP)
- spine
4
Q
Features
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- skin lesions
- nail changes
- highly variable
- dactylitis digits (sausage)
- onycholysis
5
Q
imagining
A
pencil cup deformity and rate bites
6
Q
medications
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- biologicals (most effective)
- NSAIDS
- DMARDS
- acetaminophen for pain
7
Q
PT goals, outcomes, interventions
A
- joint protection strategies
- maintain/improve joint mechanics and connective tissue functions
- aerobics
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