What evidence is available?
| Sources of evidence | Information Provided | Limitation of Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Parent / carer | First source of information and associated evidence. | Does not have specialist knowledge. |
| Juvenile arthritis is often managed by a multidisciplinary team.
It is important to determine the healthcare professional that is regularly managing the child’s condition. This enables contact with the person most likely to give the most up to date and most useful information |
If medical evidence relating to JIA and its treatment are required this is the best source of evidence. | N/A |
The team may include:
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Provides an overall profile of significant issues, medication and most up to date treatment and its effect. |
N/A |
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Can provide valuable information regarding function and interventions such as splints/ aids | May be unable to provide information on overall management and control of the condition. |
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Can provide information about therapeutic exercise and function. | May be unable to provide information on overall management and control of the condition. |
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Works closely with the rheumatologist and can provide information about overall control, drug treatment, blood tests etc. | N/A |
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For those with visual impairment, can provide information to indicate level of visual impairment | May be unable to provide information on overall management and control of the condition. |
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Provide details of outcome and any future surgical procedures, as well as information on joint function. | May be unable to provide information on overall management and control of the condition. |
