A patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis is not responding to NSAID therapy. The nurse anticipates that which medications and therapies will be considered for this patient's treatment?
Select all that apply.
1. gold salt
2. plasmapheresis
3. methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
4. infliximab (Remicade)
5. corticosteroids
Correct Answer: 3, 4, 5
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) may be used to inhibit immune responses in autoimmune disorders. Infliximab (Remicade) reduces the inflammatory process in autoimmune disorders. Corticosteroids may be prescribed to reduce the inflammatory response and minimize tissue damage. Gold salt is not an option to treat the patient with rheumatoid arthritis. Plasmapheresis may or may not be indicated for this patient.
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