Rheumatoid Arthritis: Advances in Treatment & Biologics
Tracking # 20-1364815
$9.00
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis.
2. Identify traditional DMARDs, biologic agents, and targeted therapies used in RA management.
3. Apply evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to disease severity and patient-specific factors.
4. Monitor patients for medication efficacy, adverse effects, and infection risk.
5. Implement nursing interventions to support adherence, safety, and quality of life.
6. Educate patients and caregivers about lifestyle modifications, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
Course overview
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by systemic inflammation, joint pain, and progressive joint destruction. Advances in pharmacologic therapies, particularly biologics and targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), have transformed RA management and improved patient outcomes. This course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of RA pathophysiology, evidence-based treatment strategies, pharmacologic considerations, and nursing interventions. Emphasis is placed on early recognition, individualized therapy, patient education, and monitoring for treatment-related complications.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona Board of Athletic Training
Athletic Trainer
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
Kansas State Board of Nursing
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Mental Health Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Midwife
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Michigan Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse Special Volunteer
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Special Volunteer
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Method of Evaluation:
Participant achievement of the stated learning objectives is evaluated through completion of a post-test examination and review of case-based scenarios. A minimum passing score of 70% is required for successful completion