60 Questions
Which prefix is used to describe problems with bones?
OSTEO
What does the suffix -ITIS denote?
Inflammation
What is the largest site of enthesis in the body?
Achilles insertion
How many joints are affected in oligoARTHRITIS?
2-4
Which part of the body does axial pertain to?
Spine and central joints
What is the purpose of bursae?
To allow free movement of adjacent structures
What is the main focus of rheumatology?
Joint problems
What is the prefix used to describe problems with muscles?
MY/MYO
What is the prefix used to describe problems with joints?
ARTH
What is the prefix used to describe problems with cartilage?
CHOND
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gout?
Dairy intake
Which of the following is NOT a first-line treatment for gout?
Steroids
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of gout?
Morning stiffness < 30 minutes
Which of the following is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease in gout?
Serum urate
Which of the following is NOT a way to control flares of gout?
Allopurinol
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gout?
Weight loss
Which of the following is NOT a protective factor against gout?
Diuretic use
Which of the following is NOT a method to lower serum urate levels in gout?
Steroids
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of osteoarthritis (OA)?
Blood tests are helpful for diagnosis
Which of the following is a risk factor for gout?
High dietary purine intake
Which branch of medicine deals with the investigation, diagnosis, and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases?
Rheumatology
What are the main causes of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases?
All of the above
What are the common symptoms that may lead to a referral to a rheumatologist?
Dry eyes and dry mouth
How do rheumatologists classify 'rheumatic' diseases?
Based on the presence of inflammation
What is the prevalence of confirmed rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the UK?
Less than 1%
What is the typical age range for the onset of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
30-50 years
What is the prevalence of seronegative spondyloarthropathy?
Less than 0.5%
What is the mean age of symptom onset for seronegative spondyloarthropathy?
20-30 years
What is the prevalence of gout in the UK population?
About 10%
What causes gout?
Metabolic imbalance
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of psoriatic arthritis?
Affects the nasal labial folds
What is the tri-phase color change seen in Raynaud's disease?
White, blue, red
What is the main focus of rheumatology?
Management of immune system disorders
What is the role of the British Society of Rheumatology?
Providing information on rheumatic diseases
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of rheumatoid arthritis?
Symmetrical polyarthritis
Which antibody is commonly found in rheumatoid arthritis patients?
Anti CCP
Which type of arthritis is associated with psoriasis?
Psoriatic arthritis
What is the main reason for mentioning the involvement of core organs in rheumatoid arthritis?
To dispel the misconception that rheumatoid arthritis only affects joints
Which of the following is the correct definition of arthralgia?
Painful joint
What is the main focus of rheumatology?
Diagnosis and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases
What is the purpose of bursae?
To allow free movement of structures and avoid friction
What is the most common site of enthesis in the body?
Achilles tendon
What is the characteristic of inflammatory joint pain?
It worsens with rest
Which immune system component is targeted by treatments for rheumatoid arthritis?
Antibody-mediated immunity
Which type of arthritis is characterized by ulnar deviation and subluxation at the MCP joints?
Rheumatoid arthritis
Which type of arthritis is considered non-inflammatory?
Osteoarthritis
Which type of arthritis is associated with inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's or ulcerative colitis?
Enteropathic arthritis
What is the most common joint disease worldwide?
Osteoarthritis
What is the second most common cause of disability worldwide?
Lower back pain
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by inflammation of the blood vessels?
Lupus
What is the gender distribution of rheumatoid arthritis?
It is more common in women than men
What percentage of people with rheumatoid arthritis stop working within two years of its onset?
33%
Which of the following conditions is more common than rheumatoid arthritis and Parkinson's disease combined?
Multiple sclerosis
What is the typical age range for the onset of rheumatoid arthritis?
30-40
What is the appearance of monosodium urate crystals under the microscope?
Negatively by refrigerant
Where does crystal deposition occur in gout?
In the cooler joints
What triggers the development of symptoms in gout?
High levels of urate
What cytokine is implicated in the treatment of gout?
Anti-I1 production
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gout?
Regular exercise
What is the main cause of high urate levels in gout?
Renal disease
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