lewis ch 64 - fibromyalgia, SEID, SLE Flashcards
1
Q
S+S fibromyalgia (6)
A
- widespread musculoskeletal pain
- fatigue
- sleep disturbances
- morning stiffness
- IBS
- anxiety
2
Q
dietary recommendations for fibromyalgia (2)
A
- limit intake sugar, caffeine, alcohol
- vitamin and mineral supplements
3
Q
what is SEID
A
system exertion intolerance disease
4
Q
dietary recommendations for SEID (2)
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- fiber
- dark colored fruits and veggies
5
Q
what meds may be recommended for pt with SEID
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- NSAIDs for pain
- antihistamines/decongestants
- tricyclic antidepressants for mood (doxepin, amitriptyline)
- SSRIs for sleep (fluoxetine, paroxetine)
- sleep disturbances/panic disorders (clonazepam)
6
Q
what is SLE
A
systemic lupus erythematosus
7
Q
S+S SLE (8)
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- dyspnea, pleural inflammation
- butterfly rash on face
- photosensitivity
- weight loss
- fever
- arthritis
- hypertension
- raynauds
8
Q
what meds may be recommended for SLE (5)
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- NSAIDs for pain
- steroid-sparing drugs (methotrexate)
- antimalarials (hydroxychloroquine)
- corticosteroids for flares
- immunosupressants (cyclophosphamide, cellcept)
9
Q
what should you observe for in pt with SLE (5)
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- fever pattern
- joint inflammation
- limited ROM
- location and degree of discomfort
- fatigue
10
Q
signs of bleeding due to drug therapy (4)
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- pallor
- skin bruising
- petechiae
- tarry stools
11
Q
infertility can occur with lupus due to (3)
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- renal involvement
- high dose corticosteroids
- immunosuppressive drugs
