Rheumatoid arthritis: A chronic inflammation
Catherine A. Olubummo RN, MS, MSN, FNP

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December 2009 
Volume 7  Number 6
Pages 42 - 51
 
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Olubummo, Catherine A. RN, MS, MSN, FNP

Issue: Volume 7(6), November/December 2009, p 42–51 Publication Type: [Feature] Publisher: © 2009 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc. Institution(s): Assistant Professor • Nursing Education Department • City University of New York • Kingsborough Community College • Brooklyn, NY Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder of unknown etiology, affecting 1.3 million Americans, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Patients with RA may utilize pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management and surgical treatment options. It's vital that you understand your role in providing optimal care for your patient. The author has disclosed that she has no significant relationships with or financial interest in any commercial companies that pertain to this educational activity.

An autoimmune disorder characterized by chronic symmetric inflammation of the synovial joints, RA often affects the wrist and finger joints closest to the hand, usually ...

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