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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) ( 14 Questions)
Which clinical presentation is characteristic of this condition?
Swollen and painful knees are common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA); however, they are not the most characteristic presentation. The hallmark of RA is joint stiffness, especially in the morning.
Morning stiffness lasting for about 30 minutes or longer is a classic and characteristic symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. It results from inflammation in the synovial joints, making this the correct choice.
Having a high-grade fever is not a typical presentation of rheumatoid arthritis. Fever may indicate an infection or another underlying condition but is not specific to RA.
Dry and itchy skin is not a common symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. It is more likely related to dermatological or allergic conditions.
Choice A rationale:
Swollen and painful knees are common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA); however, they are not the most characteristic presentation.
The hallmark of RA is joint stiffness, especially in the morning.
Choice B rationale:
Morning stiffness lasting for about 30 minutes or longer is a classic and characteristic symptom of rheumatoid arthritis.
It results from inflammation in the synovial joints, making this the correct choice.
Choice C rationale:
Having a high-grade fever is not a typical presentation of rheumatoid arthritis.
Fever may indicate an infection or another underlying condition but is not specific to RA.
Choice D rationale:
Dry and itchy skin is not a common symptom of rheumatoid arthritis.
It is more likely related to dermatological or allergic conditions.