Pharmacologic Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
No abstract available (Source: Orthopaedic Nursing)
Source: Orthopaedic Nursing - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: CE Tests Source Type: research
Pharmacologic Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, progressive, autoimmune inflammatory disease of the joints, which can result in permanent cartilage and bone damage. Although the exact cause of RA is unknown, there are many risk factors that have been associated with RA. When RA occurs, the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy synovial and connective tissue. Available treatment options work to reduce inflammation or slow the disease progression. The American College of Rheumatology published guidelines for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in 2015, with an update expected in late 2019/early 2020. Nonpharmacologic therapy fo...
Source: Orthopaedic Nursing - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Pharmacology Source Type: research
The Impact of Low Socioeconomic Status in Adults With Chronic Pain: An Integrative Review
The objective of this study was to describe evidence about chronic pain (CP) in lower socioeconomic status (SES) adult populations.
DESIGN:
The study design was an integrative review.
DATA SOURCES used were MEDLINE, CINAHL, and PsycINFO, published from January 2008 to February 2018.
REVIEW/ANALYSIS METHOD:
Whittemore and Kanfl's 5 staged methodology (problem identification, literature search, data evaluation, data analysis, and presentation) was used to guide the review.
RESULTS:
Disparities based on SES affect CP development and management. Childhood risk factors impact CP experience over the life course. Neighb...
Source: Orthopaedic Nursing - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: Concepts and Application to Total Shoulder Replacement
CONCLUSIONS:
Future research is now required for ERAS procedure-specific components for TSR surgery. (Source: Orthopaedic Nursing)
Source: Orthopaedic Nursing - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Randomized Controlled Trial of a Natural Food-Based Fiber Solution to Prevent Constipation in Postoperative Spine Fusion Patients
No abstract available (Source: Orthopaedic Nursing)
Source: Orthopaedic Nursing - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: Departments: CE Tests Source Type: research
