Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
– inflamatory changes in the joints.
– inflammation causes granular tissue.
Assesment:
fatigue
peripheral neuropathy
– Morning stiffness which can be decreased by activity
Sjopgren’s Syndrome
– dry mouth
– dry eyes
Treatment:
NSAIDS- usd to decrease pain and inflamation
Steroids: Prednisone
Salicylates
* Heat- can decrease muscle spams
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