| Physiology | Personal Support Worker Role | Treatments for Clients with Arthritis |
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Arthritis has three subcategories Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and.......
Gout
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If your client is in pain what could you do to help?
Advocate for client to have NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
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What is NSAID?
Non steroidal anti inflammatory drug.
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What is the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Fatigue, Weakness, generalized aching and stiffness.
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True or False; encouraging your client to go for a walk will help strengthening joint mobility.
True! The more your client moves the better for the strength of the joints.
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What options for Corticosteroid can your client choose to take?
It can be orally or injected directly into the painful joint.
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How long does the Rheumatoid Arthritis swelling last for?
Last for 3 weeks
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True or False; Avoid using assistive devices that were assigned by occupational therapist could help the client be motivated to move more.
False; Using what is assigned by the occupational therapist is important and to use. It will help prevent falls and help client be stable when walking.
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What is the three surgery options for client with Arthritis?
Joint repair, joint replacement, and joint fusion.
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What is the locations in where Osteoarthritis affects the joints?
Most commonly affects the joints in the hands, knees, hips, and spine.
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What are other options to help clients with arthritis?
Using heat and cold therapies and range of motions.
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What is the formation of gout called?
Uric acid crystals
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When caring for the client proceed with a.....
Positive attitude
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