The hospital is offering an educational workshop for patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The pharmacy technician has been asked to mention the workshop to patients who have rheumatoid arthritis.Which combination of prescriptions might indicate the patient has rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer
A
anti-inflammatory, calcium supplement, and estrogen
B
analgesic drug, xanthine oxidase inhibitor, and alkaline salt
C
anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant, and corticosteroid
D
antibiotic, immunosuppressant, and gold compound
Explanation
Gold compounds and immunosuppressants are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis by reducing inflammation and modifying the immune response. The combination of an antibiotic, an immunosuppressant, and a gold compound therefore points to rheumatoid arthritis. Xanthine oxidase inhibitors and alkaline salts in choice B are more associated with gout.
AI-written and checked against the verified answer.