A patient is given a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. What is the basis for the provider's decision to prescribe methotrexate?
A. A methotrexate regimen can reduce overall costs.
B. Starting methotrexate early can help delay joint degeneration.
C. Methotrexate can prevent cancer in addition to managing the arthritis.
D. Methotrexate is the only drug known to cure rheumatoid arthritis.