Pathi

Question 0

Because RA is autoimmune it affects other parts of the body causing…

1)

Answer 0

Rheumatoid nodules: solid masses under skin (can be felt-palpable) usually over joints of fingers & elbows

Question 1

What is the patho of Rheumatoid arthritis?

Answer 1

Unknown etiology.
Antibodies and immune cells in the blood target own bodies tissues causing inflammation leading to destruction of cartilage, bone, and deformed joints

Question 2

Because RA is autoimmune it affects other parts of the body causing…
2)

Answer 2

Sjögren’s syndrome : causing diminished salivary glands & dried eyes leading to burning, itchy, gritty eyes
-deceased tearing & photosensitivity

Question 3

Because RA is autoimmune it affects other parts of the body causing …
3(

Answer 3

Felty syndrome: severe RA causing inflammatory eye disorder & affects lymph system.

Question 4

Signs of rheumatoid arthritis ?

Answer 4

PAIN 
Stiffness
Limited movement 
Inflammation
DEFORMITIES
Disabilities 
Unable to do ADLs
FATIGUE

Question 5

What management could a nurse look at for rheumatoid arthritis ?

Answer 5

Look at a mor holistic view

• managing chronic pain (reduce inflammation with prescribed drugs)
• rest & joint protection (application of heat)
• determine limitations to physical mobility & look at exercise therapy
• support with disturbed body image r/to chronic disease
• physiotherapist
• support with self care (bathin, feedin, toileting) establish to time to promote independence

Question 6

What is RA ?

Answer 6

A chronic progressive autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of the joints