Systemic lupus erythematous

Question 1

What is SLE?
(systemic lupus erythematous)

Answer 1

Autoimmune disease
Body’s immune system attacks it’s own tissue resulting in inflammation

Question 2

What are the risks for SLE?

Answer 2

Females 20-40 yrs old
Genetics
Ethnicity

Question 3

What are the S/S of SLE?

Answer 3

Butterfly rash (malar)
Fever/fatigue/malaise
Weight loss, anorexia
Joint pain, swelling, stiffness
Pancytopnenia
Photosensitivity
Reynauds phenomenon
Blurred vision
Anemia

Question 4

What can trigger SLE?

Answer 4

Sun exposure
Toxins
Medications
Bacteria/viruses

Question 5

Treatments for SLE?

Answer 5

NSAIDS
Corticosteroids
Methotrexate
Immunosuppressants

Question 6

Client education

Answer 6

Apply SPF 30 when outside
Avoid sun exposure
Mild shampoo/soap/ skin products
Avoid crowds - infections
No live vaccines
Report peripheral periorbital edema