Which of the following older adults is most likely to benefit from the administration of anti-inflammatory drugs?
A) A 72-year-old person with osteoarthritis
B) A 78-year-old client with gout
C) A 71-year-old client with rheumatoid arthritis
D) An 80-year-old person with osteoporosis
C
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Rheumatoid arthritis is commonly treated with anti-inflammatories. The other health problems are less likely to respond to these drugs.
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