Which Medication Is Usually Tried First When a Child Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which medication is usually tried first when a child is diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) ?

• A) Aspirin
• B) Corticosteroids
• C) Cytotoxic drugs such as methotrexate
• D) Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

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