Diseases Categorized by Body Systems Flashcards
Integumentary System
Skin
Cellulitis
Tender, Red, Warm to touch–Antibiotics
May need to cut away dead tissue
Dermititis
Red, Itchy Rash-Allergic Reaction-Steroid creams, moisterizers
Try not to touch(could lead to infection)
Ecezma
Inflammatory skin disease-Non-scented moisterizers/soaps
Hereditary
Basal Cell Skin Cancer
Tanning beds/sun exposure–Slow/not life threatening-Doesnt heal-EARLY DIAGNOSIS/TREATMENT
Melenoma
Tanning beds/sun exposure-ABC’S-SEVERE-Early diagnosis is VITAL
Skeletal System
Bones/Joints
Sprain
LIGAMENT-RICE
Strain
TENDON-RICE
Cardiovascular
Heart
Anemia
Defecient erythrocyte production-Blood Tests-Treat Root Cause
Arthrosclerosis
Hardened arteries-Smoking,HTN,plaque buildup-TIA’s-Antilipedemics/histamines, balloon and stent
CHF
Lowered ability to pump blood-Fatigue/edema/SOB/weight gain-Echocardiogram/BNP levels-Diuretics(Lasix)
Hemophilia
Absence of Clotting Factors-infusions
HTN
elevated BP-Headaches/CP/Vision Changes-Antihypertensive meds
White Coat Syndrome