Question 176 · LEK · Reactive arthritis
The first episode of reactive arthritis should be treated with:
1) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
2) sulfasalazine;
3) glucocorticosteroids;
4) antibiotics;
5) biologics.
The correct answer is:
2) sulfasalazine;
3) glucocorticosteroids;
4) antibiotics;
5) biologics.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,4.
- B. 1,2,4.
- C. 1,5.
- D. 3,4.
- E. 1,2.
Hint
Separate the drugs used for an acute first episode from those reserved for chronic or refractory disease.
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