NUR 160 Exam 3 | Questions and
answers | Latest version
2024/2025
define arthritis - ANSWER -inflammation of a joint
name the 4 types of arthritis - ANSWER -osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, gout
what causes OA? - ANSWER -long-term or excessive wear and tear on joints
name the two forms of OA - ANSWER -primary and secondary
what is the cause of primary OA? - ANSWER -unknown origin
what is the cause of secondary OA? - ANSWER -trauma, infection, previous fractures, wear and tear
from rep work, stress on weight-bearing joints, RA, occupational stooping and bending
OA signs and symptoms - ANSWER -pain, stiffness, tenderness, swelling, loss of flexibility, bone spurs,
grinding/crackling noises
list OA diagnostics - ANSWER -x-ray, MRI, bone scans
list medical managements for OA - ANSWER -Tylenol, NSAIDs, Celebrex, ambulation, massage
therapy, and relaxation techniques, and surgical intervention
list OA nursing interventions - ANSWER -alternate positions w/ periods of rest, encourage
maintenance of ADLs, weight reduction plan, assess for GI bleeding, walking aids
foods to avoid for OA - ANSWER -processed foods, prepackaged meals, omega-6 fatty acids, sugar
and sugar alternatives, red meat, fried foods, refined carbs, cheese, high fat dairy, and alcohol
foods that help OA - ANSWER -oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), oils, dairy, leafy greens, broccoli, green
tea, garlic, nuts
what is the prognosis for OA? - ANSWER -chronic condition leading to permanent destruction of
affected cartilage and underlying bone
T/F: regarding OA, bones rub against other bones because of the destruction of cartilage b/w them -
ANSWER -true
define RA - ANSWER -chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of synovial joints
scope of RA - ANSWER -stage 1 (early effects) → stage 4 (terminal)
list risk factors for RA - ANSWER -age, sex, genetics, smoking, history of live births, obesity
list signs of RA - ANSWER -joint pain, tenderness, weight loss, fatigue or weakness, fever
answers | Latest version
2024/2025
define arthritis - ANSWER -inflammation of a joint
name the 4 types of arthritis - ANSWER -osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, gout
what causes OA? - ANSWER -long-term or excessive wear and tear on joints
name the two forms of OA - ANSWER -primary and secondary
what is the cause of primary OA? - ANSWER -unknown origin
what is the cause of secondary OA? - ANSWER -trauma, infection, previous fractures, wear and tear
from rep work, stress on weight-bearing joints, RA, occupational stooping and bending
OA signs and symptoms - ANSWER -pain, stiffness, tenderness, swelling, loss of flexibility, bone spurs,
grinding/crackling noises
list OA diagnostics - ANSWER -x-ray, MRI, bone scans
list medical managements for OA - ANSWER -Tylenol, NSAIDs, Celebrex, ambulation, massage
therapy, and relaxation techniques, and surgical intervention
list OA nursing interventions - ANSWER -alternate positions w/ periods of rest, encourage
maintenance of ADLs, weight reduction plan, assess for GI bleeding, walking aids
foods to avoid for OA - ANSWER -processed foods, prepackaged meals, omega-6 fatty acids, sugar
and sugar alternatives, red meat, fried foods, refined carbs, cheese, high fat dairy, and alcohol
foods that help OA - ANSWER -oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), oils, dairy, leafy greens, broccoli, green
tea, garlic, nuts
what is the prognosis for OA? - ANSWER -chronic condition leading to permanent destruction of
affected cartilage and underlying bone
T/F: regarding OA, bones rub against other bones because of the destruction of cartilage b/w them -
ANSWER -true
define RA - ANSWER -chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane of synovial joints
scope of RA - ANSWER -stage 1 (early effects) → stage 4 (terminal)
list risk factors for RA - ANSWER -age, sex, genetics, smoking, history of live births, obesity
list signs of RA - ANSWER -joint pain, tenderness, weight loss, fatigue or weakness, fever
