Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz

What is the primary pathogenic abnormality in osteoarthritis?

• Genetic predisposition

• Mechanical injury to articular cartilage

• Autoimmunity

• Infection

Which joints are primarily involved in osteoarthritis?

• Neck and back

• Shoulders and elbows

• Weight bearing joints

• Small joints of fingers

What is a common treatment for rheumatoid arthritis?

• Physical therapy

• Surgery

• Corticosteroids

• Antibiotics

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis?

• Minimal inflammation

• Bone spurs

• Joint effusions

• Subchondral cysts

What is the role of TNF in rheumatoid arthritis?

• Stimulates bone formation

• Inhibits inflammation

• Most firmly implicated in RA pathogenesis

• Promotes cartilage growth

Which of the following is NOT a clinical feature of rheumatoid arthritis?

• Symmetrical joint involvement

• Joint effusions

• Weight loss

• Morning joint stiffness

What is the typical initial symptom of rheumatoid arthritis?

• Joint swelling

• Fatigue

• Fever

• Nausea

Which antibodies are commonly associated with rheumatoid arthritis?

• Anti-dsDNA antibodies

• Anti-citrullinated peptide antibodies

• Anti-Smith antibodies

• Anti-nuclear antibodies

What is the typical age range for the incidence peak of rheumatoid arthritis?

• Second to fourth decades

• First decade of life

• Fifth to sixth decades

• Seventh decade and beyond

Which of the following is a common extra-articular manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis?

• Kidney failure

• Skin lesions

• Liver cirrhosis

• Diabetes