Osteoarthritis

10 Questions | By Danifowers | Updated: Jul 4, 2016 | Attempts: 172

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1.

Who is at risk for osteoarthritis?
- A.
  
  A football player
- B.
  
  70 year old woman
- C.
  
  An overweight man
- D.
  
  Data entry clerk
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the above

Explanation
Obesity, age, jobs that require repetitive movement and athletes can have a higher risk for osteoarthritis.

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2.

What are the most common symptoms of osteoarthritis?
- A.
  
  Pain and swelling of joints
- B.
  
  Fever and aches
- C.
  
  Limited range of motion in symmetrical joints
- D.
  
  Anorexia and weight loss
Correct Answer
A. Pain and swelling of joints
3.

Which is the best for relieving osteoarthritis pain?
- A.
  
  Heat
- B.
  
  Ice
- C.
  
  Alternating heat and ice
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Heat pads can help with stiffness and ice can help with inflammation. Some people prefer ice, some people prefer heat and some people prefer alternating heat and ice. All methods seem to be beneficial.

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4.

Osteoarthritis is only found in the hips and knees.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Osteoarthritis can be found in any joint that has cartilage breakdown. The most common joints are the knees and hips.

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5.

If you have pain you should avoid physical activity.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Regular physical activity can actually help improve the pain of sore joints. Sometimes a heat pack for 20 minutes before you start your exercise can help.

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6.

How much extra stress does each pound of weight put on your hips?
- A.
  
  Twice as much
- B.
  
  Three times as much
- C.
  
  Six times as much
- D.
  
  Eight times as much
Correct Answer
C. Six times as much

Explanation
For every pound you gain your hips bear six extra pounds. For every pound you gain your knees bear three extra pounds.

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7.

Eating steak and french fries regularly can make osteoarthritis pain worse.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Some fats/food like walnuts and fish can help osteoarthritis pain. Other fats/food like meat and deep fried foods can make osteoarthritis pain worse.

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8.

A knee brace can help with osteoarthritis pain.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
A brace can reduce the pressure on your knee and help reduce pain.

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9.

How does prescribing a pain reliever help osteoarthritis?
- A.
  
  Reduces swelling so your joints can heal
- B.
  
  Helps fight infection
- C.
  
  Helps you become more active
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Pain relievers can help reduce pain and swelling so you can become more active. More physical activity can decrease the amount of osteoarthritis pain.

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10.

If you have osteoarthritis you will be taking anti-inflammatory medicine the rest of your life.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Anti-inflammatory medication can reduce pain and swelling but it also has side effects. Anti-inflammatory medicines should be taken in the low doses and for the shortest time necessary to heal.

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