RAPID Case Study 1: A 34-Year-Old Woman With Hand and Foot Pain

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION This interactive case study will identify and address barriers to improved diagnosis and outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients under the care of primary care providers. Topics include ...

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This interactive case study will identify and address barriers to improved diagnosis and outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients under the care of primary care providers. Topics include the importance of an accurate and early provisional diagnosis and subsequent referral to a rheumatologist for confirmation. The use of an appropriately focused physical examination, targeted laboratory screening, and the benefits of early intervention are presented. The need for proper vaccinations in these patients is discussed.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be better able to:Identify patients who have early RA by incorporating simple screening tests, such as the squeeze test, into daily practiceOrder appropriate laboratory tests when RA is suspectedOrder proper vaccinations for patients starting Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drug (DMARD) therapyIntegrate best practices for co-management of RA patients with rheumatologists and other clinical specialists into patient care

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