Rheumatoid arthritis Teaching 1051
Taught that implementing good body mechanics and using assistive/protective devices is a measure aimed to controlling/managing Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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