A Patient Is Diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis and Begins Taking

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis and begins taking a COX-2 inhibitor with minimal pain and inflammation relief. What will the provider order initially to manage this patient's symptoms?

• A) A trial of sulfasalazine and methotrexate
• B) Biologic anti-tumor necrosis factor agents
• C) Changing to a COX-1 inhibitor medication
• D) Corticosteroid injections every 3 months

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