A group of nursing students are reviewing information about drug therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an example of a DMARD? Select all that apply
A) Infliximab
B) Etanercept
C) Ibandronate
D) Zoledronic acid
E) Carisoprodol
Ans: A, B
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Infliximab and etanercept are examples of DMARDs. Ibandronate and zoledronic acid are examples of bone resorption inhibitors (bisphosphonates). Carisoprodol is a skeletal muscle relaxant.
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