Commonly Used Antibiotics in the Outpatient Setting By: Raymond Lengel, MSN, FNP, RN Purpose: This course will provide an overview of the antibiotics most commonly ordered by primary care providers for common conditions in the outpatient setting. Objectives: â¢ List three major problems associated with the use of antibiotics
New onset bilateral shoulder pain, stiffness, functional impairment, and constitutional symptoms such as fatigue, night sweats, weight loss, and fever are characteristic clinical features of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), the second most common inflammatory rheumatic disease of older people.
The symptoms of Polymyalgia Rheumatica include intense stiffness and pain, usually at its peak in the morning or after long periods of immobility or sleep. This pain tends to be concentrated in the hips, neck, and shoulders. Other symptoms include discomfort, fever, depression, and weight loss; these symptoms may come on suddenly or over time. As a Vasculitis disease, any number of organs or body systems may be affected or damaged by the restricted blood flow. For answers to your questions or to make an appointment, call us toll-free at (800) 923-7878 to speak with a Patient Care Representative.