Reference no: EM133739680
Case study -Immunological Disorder
A 60-year-old woman presents with fatigue, anorexia, weight loss, and a low-grade fever with duration of approximately 3weeks. Her spouse is with her, and they are concerned about the symptoms she is experiencing. In addition, the woman reports that she has pain in her hands and stiffness that is worse in the morning. In her health history, the patient notes that her mother and sister both have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The practitioner initially suspects RA as the diagnosis.
Question 1. What are the four Healthy People 2030 objectives related to RA?
Question 2. Using a layperson's terminology, describe the pathophysiology of RA.
Question 3. What diagnostic tests should the practitioner perform for this patient?
Question 4. What are the differential diagnoses for this patient?
Question 5. What is the initial management of RA?(provide diagnostic test if any, medication, non, mammalogical management)
Question 6. What drug therapies may be included in the management of RA? Please discuss give rational for drug choice)