A client diagnosed with osteoarthritis asks the nurse what different types of treatment are available. Which treatments will the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Immunosuppressants
2. Intra-articular glucocorticoids
3. Topical medications
4. NSAIDs
5. Hypoglycemic agents
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Immunosuppressants are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Rationale 2: Topical medications (capsaicin cream and balms), NSAIDs (including aspirin), acetaminophen, and tramadol (Ultram) are valuable for treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis. In acute cases, intra-articular glucocorticoids may be used on a temporary basis.
Rationale 3: Topical medications (capsaicin cream and balms), NSAIDs (including aspirin), acetaminophen, and tramadol (Ultram) are valuable for treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis. In acute cases, intra-articular glucocorticoids may be used on a temporary basis.
Rationale 4: Topical medications (capsaicin cream and balms), NSAIDs (including aspirin), acetaminophen, and tramadol (Ultram) are valuable for treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis. In acute cases, intra-articular glucocorticoids may be used on a temporary basis.
Rationale 5: Hypoglycemic agents are used to treat diabetes.
Global Rationale: Topical medications (capsaicin cream and balms), NSAIDs (including aspirin), acetaminophen, and tramadol (Ultram) are valuable for treatment of pain associated with osteoarthritis. In acute cases, intra-articular glucocorticoids may be used on a temporary basis. Immunosuppressants are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Hypoglycemic agents are used to treat diabetes.
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