Lupus

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Which organ damage is seen in 40-50% of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?

  • Liver damage
  • Lung damage
  • Heart damage
  • Kidney damage to glomerular & tubular basement membranes (correct)

What is the most common cause of death in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?

  • Cardiovascular impairment
  • Lung disease
  • Liver failure
  • Chronic kidney disease (correct)

What is the average time from initial mild symptoms to actual diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?

  • 2 years
  • 10 years
  • 1 year
  • 6 years (correct)

Which of the following is a common symptom of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?

<p>Recurrent fevers with unknown origin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic group has a higher incidence of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?

<p>Women aged 30-44 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic procedure is used in the diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) to observe lupus cells and cellular inflammation?

<p>Skin biopsy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is contraindicated for clients with kidney disease?

<p>NSAIDs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored when a client is on corticosteroids?

<p>Fluid status for retention and hypertension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom indicates potential pericarditis in a client with lupus?

<p>Sharp inspiratory chest pain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be encouraged for a client with anorexia related to lupus?

<p>Small, frequent meals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action should a client with lupus take to protect the skin from sunlight exposure?

<p>Wear a wide‐brimmed hat, long‐sleeve shirt, and long pants when outdoors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored when a client is on immunosuppressant agents?

<p>Infection secondary to immunosuppression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored to assess renal involvement in a client with lupus?

<p>BUN and blood creatinine level (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a client with lupus understand about lifestyle changes?

<p>Understand the risks of pregnancy with lupus and treatment medications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of antimalarial medication (e.g., hydroxychloroquine) for clients with lupus?

<p>Used to suppress synovitis, fever, &amp; fatigue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What complication is associated with NSAIDs use in clients with kidney disease?

<p>Elevated BUN/Creat levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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