Question

A 19-year-old with rheumatoid arthritis complains of morning stiffness lasting over an hour, symmetrical wrist swelling, and positive rheumatoid factor. Which first-line disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) is typically used?

Accepted Answer

Methotrexate

Answer

High-dose corticosteroids

Answer

Hydroxychloroquine monotherapy

Answer

Cyclophosphamide

Answer

NSAIDs only

Practice question

A 19-year-old with rheumatoid arthritis complains of morning stiffness lasting over an hour, symmetrical wrist swelling, and positive rheumatoid factor. Which first-line disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) is typically used?