ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATOID: AN OVERVIEW

Course overview

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disease primarily affecting the articular structures and synovial membranes of the joints. RA is characterized by joint pain, swelling, tenderness, and deformity. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of RA, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.