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Care of Patients with Arthritis and Other Connective Tissue Diseases Flashcards

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Rheumatic disease:

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any disease or condition involving the musculoskeletal system

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Arthritis:

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inflammation of one or more joints

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Osteoarthritis:

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progressive disorder deterioration and loss of cartilage and bone in one or more joints

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Articular cartilage (hyaline cartilage) contains:

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water and a matrix of:
Proteoglycans
Collagen
Chondrocytes

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The production of __________ which provides joint lubrication and nutrition, also declines because of _______ and ______ in the older adult

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synovial fluid

decreased synthesis of hyaluronic acid and less body fluid

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As cartilage and the bone beneath the cartilage begin to erode, the joint space

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narrows and osteophytes (bone spurs) form

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Eitology and Genetic Risk: Primary and Secondary

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Primary OA: caused by aging and genetic factors

Secondary OA: results from joint injury and obesity

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Incidence and Prevalence: Most people older than 60 years have

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joint changes that can be seen on x ray examination

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Assessment:

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History: joint stiffness, joint swelling, control of pain, loss of mobility or difficulty w/ ADLs
Physical assessment/clinical manifestations
Psychosocial assessment: continuous pain from arthritis may develop depression or anxiety
Lab assessment: ESR and hsCRP might be elevated
Imaging: MRI/CT

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Physical assessment/clinical manifestations: OA

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Crepitus might be felt or heard (popping)
The presence of inflammation in patients with OA indicates a secondary synovitis
Heberden’s nodes: bony nodules at the distal interphalangeal joints
Bouchard’s nodes: bony nodules at proximal interphalangeal joints
Joint effusions (excess fluid)
Atrophy
Loss of function
Immobility
Severe pain

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Managing chronic pain: Expected outcome

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The patient w/ OA is expected to have pain control that is acceptable to the patient (3 on a 0-10 scale)

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Interventions for OA

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Combinations of therapies
No drug cab influence course of OA
Recommend regular acetaminophen as the primary drug
Topical drug application may help with temporary relief
Positioning and heat/cold applications
No food that causes or cures arthritis

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Glucosamine does what and

Chondroitin plays a role in what?

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may decrease inflammation

may play a role in strengthening cartilage

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Most common surgical procedure performed for older adults with OA and other conditions including RA, trauma, congenital anomalies, and osteonecrosis =

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total joint arthroplasty TJA also known as total joint replacement TJR

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Osteonecrosis:

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bony necrosis secondary to lack of blood flow, usually from trauma or chronic steroid therapy

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Contradictions for TJA are

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active infection anywhere in the body, advanced osteoporosis, and rapidly progressive inflammation

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Total Hip Arthroplasty:

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The first time a patient receives any total joint arthroplasty, it is referred to as primary arthroplasty
If the implant loosens, revision arthroplasty is performed
Most common in people of 60 and older

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Preoperative care: Drugs that increase the risks for clotting and bleeding are

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NSAIDs
Vit C and E
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Oral contraceptive drugs
MUST BE DISCONTINUED A WEEK BEFORE SURGERY
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Operative Procedures: For lower extremity surgery the anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist places the patient

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under general or neuraxial (epidural/spinal) anesthesia

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Postoperative care: complications

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Venous thromboembolism (VTE)
Infection
Anemia
Neurovascular compromise
MAJOR complication = Hip Subluxation (partial dislocation) or total dislocation
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Interventions for Dislocation:

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Position correctly
Hip= keep leg slightly abducted, prevent hip flexion beyond 90 degrees
Assess for acute pain, rotation, and extremity shortening
Report physician immediately

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Interventions for Infection:

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Aseptic technique for wound care & draining
Wash hands
Monitor temp
Culture drainage fluid if change
Report excessive inflammation or drainage to physician

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Interventions for VTE:

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Wear stockings per policy
Teach leg exercises 
Encourage fluid intake
Look for redness, swelling, pain 
Observe for changes in mental status
Adm anticoagulant as prescribed
Do not massage legs
Do not flex knees for prolonged time
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Interventions for hypotension, bleeding, and infection

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Take vital signs at every 4 hr for 1st 24 hr, then 8-12 hr after
Observe for bleeding
Report excessive low BP to physician

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Teach the patient to perform what kind of exercises by pushing the heels into the bed and achieve what by straightening the legs and pushing the back of the knees into the bed?
Gluteal exercises | Achieve quadriceps-setting exercises
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An older patient may not have a fever with infection but instead may experience
an altered mental state
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The total amount of drainage is usually
less than 50 mL/8hr
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Managing pain:
Includes extended release epidural morphine (EREM) or patient controlled analgesia (PCA) -Patients may receive additional analgesic drugs for chronic arthritic pain in other joints
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Promoting self management: Traditional surgery vs minimally invasive THA
Traditional: length of stay is typically 2-3 days -Acute rehab takes 1-2 wk or longer, takes 6 wk or longer for full complete recovery THA: discharged on the second postoperative day or the day of surgery (23 hr stay)
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Expected life for a Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA)
20 years or more
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Preoperative care for TKA: PT & OT provide info about
transfers, ambulation, post-op exercises, and ADL assistance
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One of the most recent advances in post-op pain management for lower extremity total joint arthroplasty is
peripheral nerve blockade (PNB)
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In the procedure of PNB, the anesthesiologist does what
Injects the femoral or sciatic nerve w/ local anesthetic; the patient may receive continuous infusion of the anesthetic by portable pump
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Other joint arthroplasties:
Total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) Any joint of the hand or foot can be replaced, often for patients w/ RA Any bone of the wrist can be replaced, plus radius and ulna
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Because shoulder joint is complex and has many articulations (joint surfaces), what is a major potential complication?
subluxation or complete dislocation
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What is ab alternative to TSA:
Hemiarthroplasty (replacement of part of the joint), typically the humeral component
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As for other total joint arthroplasty, perform frequent what for how many hours?
Neurovascular assessments at least every 4-8 hr
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The pannus is:
vascular granulation tissue composed of inflammatory cells; it erodes articular cartilage and eventually destroys bone
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If blood vessel involvement (vasculitis) occurs,
the organ supplied by that vessel can be affected, leading to eventual failure of the organ or system in late disease
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Assessment - Early disease manifestations of RA:
Inflammation, generalized weakness, and fatigue. Anorexia and a weight loss of 2-3 lbs usually occur May report migrating symptoms known as migratory arthritis Presence of only one hot, swollen, painful joint = infected -- refer to health care provider immediately
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Assessment -Late disease manifestations of RA:
frequent morning stiffness (gel phenomenon) Synovitis and effusions (joint swelling w/ fluid, especially the knees) Muscle atrophy Decreased ROM Joint deformity Baker's cyst (enlarged popliteal bursae behind the knee moderate - severe weight loss, fever, extreme fatigue = exacerbations (flare-ups) Subcutaneous nodules: usually on ulnar surface of arm, on fingers, and Achilles tendon
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Assess for ischemic skin lesions that appear
in groups of small, brownish spots, most commonly around the nail bed (periungual lesions) Monitor number of lesions, note location each day, and report vascular changes to the health care provider
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Peripheral neuropathy associated w/ decreased circulation can cause
foot drop and paresthesias (burning and tingling sensations) = usually in older adults
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Respiratory complication may manifest as
pleurisy, pneumonitis, diffuse interstitial fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension
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Several syndromes are seen in patient w/ advanced RA, the most common is
Sjogren's syndrome
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Sjogren's syndrome includes a triad of:
``` Dry eyes Dry mouth (xerostomia) Dry vagina (in some cases) ```
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Less common syndromes are:
Felty's syndrome: characterized by RA, hepatosplenomegaly (enlarged liver and spleen), and leukopenia Caplan's syndrome: characterized by the presence of rheumatoid nodules in the lungs
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Lab Assessment for RA:
Rheumatoid factor - RF: Presence of unusual antibodies of IgG & M Antinuclear antibody (ANA): test measures the titer of a group of antibodies that destroy nuclei of cells and cause tissue death in patients w/ autoimmune disease ESR hsCRP Serum complement proteins Albumin levels: 3.5-5.0
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Interventions of RA:
- Synovectomy: to remove inflamed synovium may be needed for joints like the knee or elbow - Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs): slow the progression of the disease - Strict birth control - Leflunomide (Arava)
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What are one of the newest DMARDs:
biological response modifiers (BRMs), biologics - Etanercept (Enbrel) - Infliximab (Remicade) - Adalimumab (Humira) - Anakinra (Kineret) - Abatacept (Orencia)
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Other drugs: Glucocorticoids
Steroids | -Usually Prednisone: may be given in high does for short duration (pulse therapy) or as a low chronic dose
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Chronic steroid therapy can result in numerous complications:
``` Diabetes mellitus Infection Fluid and electrolyte imbalances Hypertension Osteoporosis Glaucoma ```
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Nonpharmacologic interventions for RA:
Apply ice packs Heated paraffin (Wax) dips Hot packs Plasma exchange: plasmapheresis
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Alternative medicine:
- Cold water fish or fish oil capsules containing omega-3 fatty acids - Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) omega-6 fatty acid
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Older white women are most likely to experience
GI bleeding as a result of taking NSAIDs - reason is unknown
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Principles of energy conservation:
Pacing activities Allowing rest periods Setting priorities Obtaining assistance when needed

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