Rheumatoid arthritis Teaching 1060
Rheumatoid arthritis
Taught that Rheumatoid Arthritis is characterized by remissions and exacerbations.
Last updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, such as: loss of appetite and low-grade fever, among others.
Taught that controlling weight to prevent increased pressure on the joints is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Instructed in factors that increase risk of rheumatoid arthritis such as age, sex, stress, infection and defective autoimmune system.
Instructed on potential complications of Rheumatoid Arthritis, such as: deformity and disability, infections and osteoporosis, among others.
Taught that, in Rheumatoid Arthritis, the joints most affected are knees, hands and feet.