Lupus And RA Flashcards
What type of disorders are Lupus and RA?
Autoimmune disorders
When is ROM and MMT contraindicated in Lupus and RA?
During acute inflammation
What is a red flag that you need to be looking for in a patient with RA?
Atlanto-axial instability
What should Lupus and RA patients avoid?
High impact and contact sports and bending during flare ups
What is important to educate patients on when they have Lupus?
Energy conservation
What are some strategies for energy conservation?
Use largest joints for activity
Pace yourself and sit when possible
Breakdown large tasks
What are symptoms of just Lupus?
Heart and lung complications causing shortness of breath and chest pain
Kidney problems
What are symptoms that are just in RA patients?
Joint deformity
What are symptoms that are in both Lupus and RA?
Fatigue and fever
Pain, swelling, and stiffness in multiple joints
