Rheumatology Flashcards
1
Q
what are the nine protected characteristics
A
disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, pregnancy, transexuality
2
Q
when is Sjogrens syndrome high risk
A
in patients who already have an existing autoimmune condition
3
Q
what is rheumatoid arthritis
A
an autoimmune and inflammatory disease causing inflammation in the affected joints
4
Q
what joints does RA usually affect
A
hands and wrists
5
Q
risk factors of RA
A
age
sex
smoking
obesity
6
Q
what is osteoporosis
A
bone disease that develops when bone mineral density and bone mass decreases
7
Q
risk factors for osteoporosis
A
sex
age
family history
changes to hormones
8
Q
what is methotrexate
A
non-biologic disease modifying drug
has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects
9
Q
are DMARDs routinely stopped for dental treatment
A
no
