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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is contraindicated for clients with kidney disease?

    <p>NSAIDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be monitored when a client is on corticosteroids?

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

    Which symptom indicates potential pericarditis in a client with lupus?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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