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Exam 3 Material Flashcards

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is aka:

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Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome

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Chronic Fatigue Mainly Affects

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Women

All ethnic and socioeconomic groups affected

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Dx Criteria for CFS (Major)

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Unexplained, persistent, or relapsing chronic fatigue of new and definite onset not d/t ongoing exertion

Not alleviated by rest*

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S/S CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)

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Incapacitating fatigue and exhaustion; may

wax and wane for mo to yrs or happen acutely leading to frustration

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Lab Test for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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No lab test can diagnosis–> used to exclude other diseases

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Other (Minor) S/S of CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)

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Impaired short term memory or concentration
Sore throat/Tender cervical/axillary lymph nodes
Muscle pain/Multi- joint pain
HA/ Unrefreshing sleep
Post-exertional malaise lasting over 24h

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Role of WBC

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Protection from invading organisms
Recognition of self vs not-self
Destruction of foreign invaders, debris, abnormal cells
Production of antibodies
Production of cytokines
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Increase in total number of WBC’s d/t acute infection, tissue damage/death, leukemias

Elevation of any element of WBC differential

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Neutrophilia

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S/S of Neutorphillia

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Related to cause of elevation –> tx cause

Exudate in form of pus

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Dx Neutorphilia

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CBC

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Decrease in total WBC count

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Leukopenia

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Neutropenia

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Reduced neutrophil count

occurs w/ other conditions or diseases→ not a disease in its self i.e. chemotherapeutic and immunosuppressive meds

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ANC less than 1000 →

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→ positive pressure room

Neutropenia – very compromised

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ANC =

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Absolute Neutrophil Count

WBC x %neutrophils

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Other conditions/ diseases that causes Neutropenia include:

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Hematologic malignancies
Autoimmune disorders – lupus/ ra
Nutritional deficiencies→ b12 or folic acid
Infections and Severe sepsis

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Patients with neutropenia are at high risk of

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opportunistic infections
Low grade fever = significant
Minor infections can lead rapidly to sepsis

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Total WBC: less than 4,000

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Neutropenia

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ANC greater than 1500→

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No increased risk of infection

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ANC 1000-1500–>

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→Slight increase in risk of infection

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ANC 500-1000 →

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Moderate increase in risk of infection

Neutropenia

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ANC 100-500→

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High risk of infection

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ANC less than 100 →

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Extremely high risk of infection

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In patients with Neutropenia any ℅ pain/ infection–>

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Serious

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Common entry points for infection

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Mucous membranes
Skin, throat, mouth
GU system
Pulmonary system

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Neutropenia fever of 100.4

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→Broad spectrum Antibiotic therapy for fever

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Neutropenia Treatment

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Tx Cause
Assist hematopoiesis in bone marrow
Isolation (Direct contact w/ hands=common source of transmission)
Monitor for infection, cultures

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Neutropenia Treatment Teach

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no fresh flowers, no fresh fruits or veggies

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Neupogen, Neulasta

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Granulocyte transfusion or stimulating factor

Pt w/ Neutropenia

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V/S for pt w/ Neutropenia should be taken q….

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q4h, call for T over 100.4

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Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

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producing plenty of cells, but they are all dysfunctional d/t Stem cell injury

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Group of hematologic disorders –> changes in quantity and quality of bone marrow elements; May progress to leukemia (30%)

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Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

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AKA: Preleukemia

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Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

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Clinical Manifestations (MDS):

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Anemia and fatigue, Infection risk, Bleeding risk

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Diagnosing MDS

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Bone Marrow biopsy – Dx, Classify, & Stage

Others CBC & H&P

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Goal in MDS Tx

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Improve hematopoiesis & Prevent leukemia

Nursing goal: Prevent infection, bleeding, & Treat symptoms of anemia

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Tx Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

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(aggressive); only 1/3 of pts are candidates
–Chemo
–Stem cell transplant (difficult for elderly)
TX should match severity of disease

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Supportive therapy for Myelodysplastic Syndrom include:

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Transfuse blood products prn
Monitor CBC & bone marrow
Ensure quality of life

38
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Most common leukemia of older adults

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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

39
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) most commonly affects

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men 50-70y → MORRIS

40
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over-production & accumulation of dysfunx lymphocyte d/t genetic mutation

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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

41
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Lymphocytes infiltrate bone marrow, spleen, liver →Lymph nodes enlarge t/o body; Lymphocytes crowd out growth of RBC/Platelets

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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

42
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) S/S

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Many can be asymptomatic 
	Chronic fatigue 
	Anorexia  	
	Splenomegaly/Hepatomegaly 	
	Lymphadenopathy
43
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CLL (Labs)

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Increase lymphocytes (WBC> 100,000 →Lymphocytosis)
Mild anemia& Thrombocytopenia
44
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CLL Dx Studies

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CBC
Bone marrow exam
CT scan → Identify site of cancer

45
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Average Length of Survival for CLL

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7 years →untreated

46
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Function of the Spleen

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Filters blood–>destroys fact., old/ damaged platelets & RBCs
–>Production, storage, & release of blood cells

47
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Splenomegaly with peripheral cytopenias

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Hypersplenism

48
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S/S Splenomegaly

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Asymptomatic or abdominal fullness with early satiety

49
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Dx Splenomegaly

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Physical, CT, MRI, US

Occasionally– laparoscopy to eval. spleen

50
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Splenectomy

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Enlarged /ruptured spleen
Relieve pain
To increase circulating RBC, WBC & platelets

51
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Post-Op Considerations (Splenomegaly)

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Risk for developing immunologic deficiencies (Life Long)

Monitor for Hemorrhage, shock, Abdominal distention, Infection

52
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Vaccination Post Op for (Splenomegaly)

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pneumococcal vaccine post-op

53
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Tissue from lower abdomen remains attached to muscle, nerves, and blood supply
tunneled through abdomen to reach breast

54
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Bonus of Tram Flap

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abdominoplasty

55
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Autologous Myocutaneous Flaps

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Muscle, fat & skin from another part of body moved to chest & shaped into form of a breast

56
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Donor for Autologous Myocutaneous Flaps sites include:

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Latissimus dorci muscle

Transverse rectus abdominis muscle

57
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Latissimus dorci muscle donor site disadvantages

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May need additional implant

Scar on back

58
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DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction:

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Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Breast Reconstruction

59
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Advantages of DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction:

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No muscles taken
–	Less post op pain than with TRAM
–	Faster recovery time
–	Less risk of hernia
–	Abdominoplasty!
60
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Post Op Drain Placement for Breast Flap Recovery duration:

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Drains in place for 2-3 days →Monitor for color and odor & temp

61
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Liposuction IS NOT

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a substitute for weight loss nor a cure for obesity

62
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Best candidates for Liposuction

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< 40y –> elastic skin

63
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Pressure dressing post op Liposuction

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Pressure drsg for 2-4 weeks

64
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Rearranging or reshaping an existing scar so original scar is not as noticeable; Z platy

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Scar Revision

65
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Inflammatory response of the epidermis d/t infections, allergies, or irritating substances

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Dermatitis

66
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Condition in which the skin becomes red, sore, or inflamed after direct contact with a substance

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Contact Dermatitis:

67
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Inflammation intensity of contact dermatitis is related to:

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Concentration of irritant, time exposed, and repetition of exposure (repeated use)

68
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Rhus

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Contact w/ a poisonous plant -Ivy, Oak, Sumac
Type of Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Washing ASAP minimizes severity and spread

69
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Onset of S/S for Rhus

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24-48h after contact; • Disappear 10d

70
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S/S of Rhus

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Severe itching, Red inflammation, blistering, oozing

71
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Atopic Dermatitis is aka

72
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Common sites of Eczema in Children

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face of children

73
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Common sites of atopic dermatitis (Eczema) in Adults

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AC and popliteal spaces of adults

74
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Tx Eczema

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no cure, only control
Topical steroids (Protopic, Elidel)
Phototherapy

75
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S/S of Acute Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

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Bright red, oozing vesicles
Extreme pruritis
(Worst)

76
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S/S Subacute Eczema

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Scaly plaques

77
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S/S Chronic Eczema

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Thickened, Dry skin (Xerosis)

Hypo or hyperpigmentation (differ in color from skin)

78
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Dx Eczema

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Blood Test (IgE)
Patch test
Fam Hx

79
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Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Syndrome (TENS)

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Rare, acute drug reaction of the skin
Diffuse erythema
Large blister formation

80
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Highest at Risk for TENS

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Elderly & Immunocompromised

81
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Skin loss d/t TENS

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30-100% skin loss

82
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Skin loss d/t SJS

83
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)

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Rare, acute drug reaction of the skin; Another form of TENS

84
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TENS & SJS s/s begin as….

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flu-like symptoms: High fever, cough, sore throat, burning eyes

85
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The flu-like s/s of TENS & SJS are followed by:

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Diffuse erythema, painful & burning rash which spreads from trunk to face & extremities with Bulla (blisters) & Severe skin peeling; MM usually involved

86
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Deaths asc with TENS & SJS are usually d/t

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sepsis followed by pulmonary complications

87
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Urticaria

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aka hives (wheels)

88
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Common Causes of Angioedema

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ACE-I
Strawberries
Shellfish
Peanuts

89
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Primary Concerns for a pt with Angioedema

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Airway and Anaphylactic Shock

90
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Angioedema Tx

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H2 antagonist

Antihistamines, Epi, steroids,

91
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Seborrheic Dermatitis aka

92
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Comedo

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Plug of keratin, sebum and bacteria –> white & blackheads

N102 (13 decks)

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