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colton

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on: Jul 16, 2018
A patient has rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following can relieve pain and inflammation?
 
  a. Sleep
  b. Heat or cold applications
  c. A cast or traction
  d. Immobility

Question 2

Which statement about rheumatoid arthritis is correct?
 
  a. It generally develops between the ages of 40 and 50.
  b. Joints on both sides of the body are af-fected.
  c. Wrist and finger joints are not commonly affected.
  d. The disease is active all the time.


momtoalll

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


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