Systemic Lupus Erythematosous Flashcards
1
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what is it
A
chronic systemic autoimmune inflammatory collagen
disease. exacerbation of antibodies Band T cells contribute to the immune respond
2
Q
Classified 3
A
discoid- skin and
systemic cennctive tissue
and drug induced
3
Q
Clinical manifestation 7
joinrs, skin, neuro, heart
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joint tender- arthritis
skin lesions-scaly plaque- worse with flare up
butterfly rach
oral ulcer
alopecia
pericarditis (morst common)- HTN dysrthmias
cognitive change- lead to pyscosis seizure or stroke
4
Q
Assesment findings 4
blood test
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complete hx annd blood test thrombocytopenia hi or low WBC positive antinunclear antibodies lups antib (ATI)
5
Q
Medical Management prevent organ fxn loss 5
acute diseases
organ complica
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cold or pneumonia HTN edema- renal urine OP- too low or hi - renal decrease breath sounds pleural effusionn Rayneuds phen.
6
Q
Pharm Managemnt 5
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NSAIDs steriods topical corticoster- cutaneous lesions Iv steriods antimalarials immuno suppr- incre risk of infection
7
Q
Nursing managemnt
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support/ groups- chronic
avoid sun- photosensitive
Rountine appt- heart check and organs
refer to dieticn
