KELLY M. LUBA, D.O., and DANIEL L. STULBERG, M.D.

Initial management of this autoimmune disease includes education and topical therapy with steroids and vitamin D derivatives. Options such as light therapy or systemic therapy are reserved for patients with psoriasis involving more than 20 percent of their skin.

Patient information: "Psoriasis: What You Should Know," p. 646

ABI V. RAYNER, M.D., M.P.H., JAMES G. O'BRIEN, M.D., and BEN SCHOENBACHLER, M.D.

Nonpharmacologic management of dementia-associated behaviors includes the use of sensory intervention, removing environmental hazards, and maintaining routines. Atypical antipsychotics have the greatest effectiveness and are best tolerated, but the axiom "start low, go slow" should govern pharmacologic treatments.

Patient information: "Behavior Problems in a Family Member with Dementia: What You Should Know," p. 653

TANYA M. MEDINA, M.D., and D. ASHLEY HILL, M.D.

Preterm premature rupture of the fetal membranes can cause significant perinatal morbidity and fetal demise. Treatment options vary with gestational age and may include delivery when rupture occurs at or after 34 weeks' gestation.

Patient information: "Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes: What it Means to You," p. 665

MARVIN DEWAR, M.D., J.D., and R. WHIT CURRY, JR., M.D.

Patients with this disease usually present with a variety of clinical findings, including elements of chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Symptoms alone are not diagnostic, and physicians should consider risk factors, global guidelines, and clinical test results when evaluating patients with suspected disease.

Patient information: "Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: What You Should Know," p. 677

Editorial: "Using COPD Guidelines to Improve Patient Care," p. 590

Psoriasis

Behavior Problems in a Family Member with Dementia

Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease