Orthopedic Nursing Review Course Questions with Correct Answers
Rheumatoid Arthritis - Answer * Systemic, Multi system inflammatory disorder * Affects synovial membrane of the joints * Periods of exacerbation and remissions Rheumatoid Arthritis Presentation - Answer * Uniform joint space narrowing * Peak onset ages 40-60 * Hypertrophied synovium (lining) thickens an invades surrounding tissue * Nodules in the joints * Morning Stiffness and stiffness after rest * Generalized fatigue * Ulnar deviation Rheumatoid Arthritis Epidemiology/Pathophysiology - Answer * Genetic predisposition * Laxity, sublaxation and contractures Osteoarthritis - Answer Slow, progressive, non-inflammatory Affects spine, fingers, knees and hips Osteophyte or bone spurs are common with what disease? - Answer Osteoarthritis The gold standard test for this disease is radiographic changes - Answer Osteoarthritis
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