This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Which of the following serological diagnostic tests is most specific for rheumatoid arthritis? A. ... (Read 58 times)

melly21297

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 565
Which of the following serological diagnostic tests is most specific for rheumatoid arthritis?
 
  A. C-reactive protein (CRP)
  B. Rheumatoid factor (RF)
  C. Anti-nuclear antibodies (ANA)
  D. Anti-citrullinated protein autoantibodies (ACPA)

Question 2

Muscle strength is assessed by:
 
  A. Having the patient move their muscle against the clinician's resistance
  B. Examining how the patient performs active range of motion
  C. Passively stretching the patient's muscle
  D. Performing passive range of motion on the patient's muscle



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Beatricemm

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A variety of laboratory tests are used to diagnose RA, including the rheumatoid factor, which is positive in up to 80 of persons with RA but not specific to this disorder. It is often falsely positive in patients with other diseases, including lupus, sarcoidosis, and syphilis. RA is often associated with normocytic, hypochromic anemia, as well as elevations in sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein. Other laboratory tests that may be positive at diagnosis include antinuclear antibody (ANA) and anticitrullinated protein (anti-CP) autoantibodies. The anti-CP autoantibodies are more specific to RA than the rheumatoid factor. Radiological images show loss of joint space and erosion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Muscle strength is determined by asking the patient either to resist the examiner's attempt to flex or extend a muscle group or to flex or extend the muscles against the examiner's resistance. Muscle strength is graded 0 (no evidence of strength) to 5 (complete or full resistance). Pain, contracture, and disease can all affect muscle strength.




melly21297

  • Member
  • Posts: 565
Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


31809pancho

  • Member
  • Posts: 317
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

Did you know?

If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.

Did you know?

The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library