test 4

what diagnostic test is ordered to confirm osteoarthritis?

True or False?
Gout is worsened by alcohol consumption.
True False

for ppl w/ rheumatic disorders who undergo tissue biopsies a pressure fressing is applied and the affected extremity is immobilized for_____

This determines the presence of abnormal antibodies seen in connective tissue disease.

True or false?
True False

true or false?
with rheumatic diseases weight loss may be beneficial and heat application may be helpful to reduce pain, stiffness and muscle spasm.
True False