16 Questions
Which of the following is a common cause of Charcot joint?
Diabetic neuropathy
What is the characteristic presentation of Charcot joint?
Insidious onset of erythema and swelling of joint with lack of sensation
What is the first-line management for acute inflammation in Charcot joint?
Casting (off-loading) and immobilization
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of Charcot joint?
Osteoarthritis
What is the general etiology of Charcot joint?
Nerve damage with sensory deficit
What is the characteristic finding on x-ray in Charcot joint?
Degenerative joint disease or fractures
Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of chronic inflammatory autoimmune arthritis involving the synovium?
Excessive joint loading
What is the clinical presentation typically seen in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) categorized as systemic?
Daily high spiking fever
What are the commonly affected joints early in the disease in rheumatoid arthritis?
MCP, PIP joints in hands, wrists
What is a characteristic feature of Felty's syndrome associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
Splenomegaly
What is the initial pharmacologic treatment recommended for rheumatoid arthritis?
Oral NSAIDs, Acetaminophen
Which nonpharmacologic treatment is recommended as part of the initial management for rheumatoid arthritis?
Weight loss
What is the gold standard for diagnosing juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)?
> 3 joint involvement, > 6 weeks + RF or anti-citrullinated peptide Ab t ESR/CRP
What is the characteristic feature of cervical instability associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
> 1 hour morning stiffness, improving with activity
Which of the following falls under extra-articular manifestations in rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid nodules on skin
Which of the following is not a nonpharmacologic initial treatment for rheumatoid arthritis?
Total joint replacement
Test your knowledge of rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine with this quiz. Topics covered include arthritis, joint degeneration, and neuropathy-related conditions such as diabetic neuropathy and vitamin B12 deficiency.
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