Systemic Lupus Erythematous Flashcards
SLE
An autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of autoantibodies
Can affect any organ cause it systemic
S&S- Systemic
Malaise Fever fatigue
S&S- Skin
Malar Rash, discoid rash, photosensitivity
S&S- hair
Alopecia
S&S- Mucous Membrane
Oral or nasopharyngeal ulcers
Pulmonary S&S
Pleuritic chest pain and SOB
S&S Cardiovascuar
Pericarditis
Hypertension
Raynauds
Hematological S&S
Anemia
Coagulation disroders
S&S neuropsychiatric
Headaches
Seizures
Psychosis
S&S Renal
Proteinuria
Cellular (urinary) casts
S&S MSK
Nonerosive arthritis (symmetrical, tenderness/swelling, not in spine or hips)
Hand Deformities (no jt space narrowing or erosion, deformity caused by tendon and ligament laxity)
SOAP BRAIN MD
Serositis
Oral ulcers
Arthritis
Photosensitivy
Blood disorders
Renal disorders
ANA +ve
Immunologic disorder
Neurological disorder
Malar rash
Discoid rash
Medical management
Analgesics
Corticosteroids
DMARDS
Biologics
PT Management
Education (energy conservation, su protection, S&S awareness)
Aerobic exercise program
Breathing Techniques
Treat inflammatory arthritis (RA stuff)