UNDERSTANDING ARTHRITIS

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After reviewing this module, you will be able to the following:

• Define the terms and definitions related to arthritis

• Describe the two common types of Arthritis

• Differentiate between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis

• Describe the epidemiology of arthritis

• Define the clinical signs and symptoms of arthritis

• What are the causes and factors that contributes to arthritis?

• Describe the risk factors of arthritis that can be controlled

• Define the treatment used with patients of arthritis

• The role of health care professionals during the recovery of patients with Arthritis

• Importance of nursing assistants in providing care for patients with Arthritis