Scleroderma - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Thromboangiitis obliterans (Buergers disease) is an autoimmune condition that is: a. A result of over activation of the intrinsic and extrinsic clotting system systemically b. Characterized by attacks of vasospasm in the small arteries and arterioles of the fingers and toes c. Strongly associated with smoking d. Associated with janeway lesions and Oslers Nodes - ANSWERc. Strongly associated with smoking Which of the following is not a systemic disease that is associated with Rayna...

AGACNP Board Exam Hot Topics Questions and Answers 2023 Telangiectasia is associated with? differentials? - Correct Answer-spider veins assoc with rosacea, liver dz, scleroderma, lupus, raynauds, corticosteroids differential: PVD, PE (hemosiderans staining)

- Temp/warmth - Low/High CBC - Increased HR - Low BP - Increased respiratory rate - Redness - Answer- Infection S/S - Rotate patient every 2 hours - Reposition - Padding - PROM - Barrier cream - Keep dry - Move using a lifting device - Answer- Nursing interventions to decrease risk of pressure injuries CD4 will be lower not less than 200 CD8 will be normal - Answer- HIV labs CD4 will be less than 200 CD8 will be increased. - Answer- AIDS labs - Prevents the virus from mu...

- SLE - Chronic, progressive, Inflammation of connective tissue; affects multiple body systems - SLE in kidneys - Leading cause of death, presents with high creatinine, low hematocrit, proteinuria - SLE is most common in ... - women 20yr- 40yr - SLE manifestations - Rash (butterfly rash on the face), Photosensitivity, oral ulcers, polyarthritis, pericarditis, plural effusion, FEVER, fatigue, weakness, anorexia,weight loss, proteinuria, seizures,peripheral neuropathy, psychosis, Raynau...

Fracture, Amputations and Connective Tissue Disorders Question and Answers Already Passed What is the primary objective in the acute management of a displaced fracture? - A) Surgical intervention - B) Immediate immobilization - C) Pain management - D) Application of ice B) Immediate immobilization *Rationale:* Immediate immobilization is crucial to prevent further injury and to stabilize the fracture until more definitive treatment can be provided. What type of fracture is des...

ATI Medical-Surgical exam Immune and Infectious questions and correct answers A nurse is collecting data from a client who has had systemic scleroderma for 5 years. In addition to skin changes, which of the following findings should the nurse expect? A. Excessive salivation B. Finger contractures C. Periorbital edema D. Alopecia - ANSWERS B. Finger contractures Scleroderma is a chronic disease that can cause thickening, hardening or tightening of the skin, blood vessels and intern...

AGACNP 106 EXAM 2024/ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS/+ GRADE/ LATEST UPDATE What disease conditions do you see Telangiectasia in? Differential? Physical Exam? - Correct Answer--("spider veins") dilated or broken blood vessels located near the surface of the skin or mucous membranes. -Rosasea -Liver dx -Scleroderma -Lupus -Corticosteriod use -Raynauds -Basal cell Skin CA

Lupus: Hallmark sign -:- butterfly rash on face Lupus: Indication of flare -:- Fever and fatigue *also assess BUN function *c reactive protein remains normal Lupus: Interventions -:- -Falls precautions -treat pain with tylenol and NSAIDS (monitor kidney function) -AVOID SUNLIGHT -REPORT FLARE IMMEDIATELY -clean skin with mild soap and pat dry and apply lotion 2 | P a g e | G r a d e A + | 2 0 2 4 / 2 0 2 5 Excel! 2 0 2 4 /2025 | © copyright | This work may not be copied for ...

Lupus: Hallmark sign - butterfly rash on face Lupus: Indication of flare - Fever and fatigue *also assess BUN function *c reactive protein remains normal Lupus: Interventions - -Falls precautions -treat pain with tylenol and NSAIDS (monitor kidney function) -AVOID SUNLIGHT -REPORT FLARE IMMEDIATELY -clean skin with mild soap and pat dry and apply lotion Lupus: medical management - -hydroxychloroquine(anti-malarial) decreases absorption of UV light Scleroderma - inflammatory, autoimmun...

Quiz :Lupus: Hallmark sign - √Answer :butterfly rash on face Quiz :Lupus: Indication of flare - √Answer :Fever and fatigue *also assess BUN function *c reactive protein remains normal Quiz :Lupus: Interventions - √Answer :-Falls precautions -treat pain with tylenol and NSAIDS (monitor kidney function) -AVOID SUNLIGHT -REPORT FLARE IMMEDIATELY -clean skin with mild soap and pat dry and apply lotion Quiz :Lupus: medical management - √Answer :-hydroxychloroquine(anti-malar...