A Patient Presenting with a Malar "Butterfly" Rash, Arthralgia, and Ulcers

question 33

Multiple Choice

A patient presenting with a malar "butterfly" rash, arthralgia, and ulcers in the nose and mouth is most likely suffering from __________.

• A) rheumatoid arthritis
• B) systemic lupus erythematosus
• C) psoriatic arthritis
• D) Reiter's syndrome

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Definitions:

Sterilization Indicator

A device or chemical used to verify the efficacy of sterilization processes, such as autoclaving, by changing color or form.

Muslin

A lightweight, finely woven cotton fabric used for making clothes, curtains, and other items.

Porous Paper

A type of paper designed to allow the passage of air and liquids through tiny holes or pores.

Sterile Areas

Locations, especially in medical settings, that are free from all forms of life, including microorganisms, to maintain asepsis.