Description
This course examines scleroderma, Raynaud’s phenomenon, and rheumatoid arthritis, three common autoimmune disorders that impact the hands. It discusses applicable definitions and terminology; their etiology, prevalence, diagnosis, and medical interventions; the normal joint anatomy and functional position of the hand; and the role of therapy as it pertains to their treatment.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will:
- Recognize definitions and terminology pertaining to autoimmune disorders in the hand
- Differentiate between the etiology and prevalence of scleroderma, Raynaud’s phenomenon, and rheumatoid arthritis
- Identify elements of medical diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disorders in the hand
- Recognize the normal joint anatomy and functional position of the hand
- Identify roles of therapy as it pertains to autoimmune disorders in the hand
3 CE HOURS
