Skeletal Disorders

A 72 y/o female presents with progressively worsening pain and stiffness of her joints. She reports decreased range of motion and redness and swelling in the joints. She reports symptoms occur in the same joints on both sides of the body and are worse when she first wakes up. Use the resources and text from this LP and an internet/library search to find current and credible information and write a 1-2 page essay preferably in APA format. Describe the likely diagnosis; explain diagnostic tests that may be used and what information is obtained from them; and describe possible treatment options

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