NAMS Chapter 6: Midlife Women's Health
Questions with Verified Correct Answers
HT and Arthritis
HT is not indicated to treat osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Presentation
Symmetric inflammatory polyarthritis with morning stiffness lasting >30 minutes.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Specificity Test
Anti-CCP antibodies are more specific for RA than rheumatoid factor.
RA Seronegativity
Approximately 30% of rheumatoid arthritis patients may be seronegative.
Osteoarthritis Pathophysiology
A whole-organ disease involving cartilage, bone, synovium, and ligaments.
Osteoarthritis Hand Involvement
Commonly affects DIP, PIP, and the base of the thumb.
Osteoarthritis First-Line Analgesics
Acetaminophen and topical NSAIDs.
Gout Definitive Diagnosis
Identification of monosodium urate crystals in joint fluid.
Gout Flare Serum Urate
Serum urate levels may be normal during an acute gout flare.
Questions with Verified Correct Answers
HT and Arthritis
HT is not indicated to treat osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Presentation
Symmetric inflammatory polyarthritis with morning stiffness lasting >30 minutes.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Specificity Test
Anti-CCP antibodies are more specific for RA than rheumatoid factor.
RA Seronegativity
Approximately 30% of rheumatoid arthritis patients may be seronegative.
Osteoarthritis Pathophysiology
A whole-organ disease involving cartilage, bone, synovium, and ligaments.
Osteoarthritis Hand Involvement
Commonly affects DIP, PIP, and the base of the thumb.
Osteoarthritis First-Line Analgesics
Acetaminophen and topical NSAIDs.
Gout Definitive Diagnosis
Identification of monosodium urate crystals in joint fluid.
Gout Flare Serum Urate
Serum urate levels may be normal during an acute gout flare.
