Exam 34: Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Which of the following is a symptom suggesting a diagnosis of RA?

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

Framingham Study researchers noted that _____ significantly reduced knee OA progression.

A diet rich in _____ is recommended for OA patients.

Based on available prevalence data, a 30-year-old woman with osteoarthritis would most likely experience symptoms in her _____.

Smoking cessation helps to prevent RA.

RA can be cured with a combination of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapy.

Arthritis is most prevalent among _____.

How are women predisposed to OA of the knees?

Women are more often affected than men by OA before age 50.

Participation by young women in competitive sports may increase their risk of developing OA.

Osteoporosis is a risk factor for OA.

The American College of Rheumatology guidelines for the medical management of OA of the hip and knee recommends patient education encouraging self management, with a focus on what five practices?

How is OA diagnosed?

Which of the following is known to induce remission of RA?