Each of the Following Is True Regarding Management of the Patient

question 14

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is true regarding management of the patient with RA of the hands except:

• A)Progressive resistance exercise is contraindicated so long as there are signs of inflammation.
• B)Principles of joint protection and energy conservation are integral components of patient education to reduce deforming forces on involved joints and reduce excessive fatigue.
• C)Application of an orthosis should be avoided in the rheumatoid hand because it promotes loss of joint mobility.
• D)With MP joint deformities, forceful pinch and grip exercises are contraindicated.

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