Patients presenting with painful joints in the hand are difficult to manage as this results in real loss in the ability to function. Meet Hetty who has suffered this winter with pain in her hands. Are you able to diagnose and manage her condition?

By completing this learning activity, participants will be able to

• List the key features in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
• State the investigations that may be abnormal in early rheumatoid arthritis
• Describe the current management strategies for early rheumatoid arthritis
• Discuss the medicare item numbers available to help manage patients with rheumatoid arthritis
• Ensure a process of patient follow up to monitor patients taking DMARDs

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