front 1 autoimmune disorder | back 1 the immune system attacks the body's own tissues -often genetic + environmental triggers |
front 2 auto inflammatory diseases | back 2 dysregulation of the innate immune system causing recurrent, inflammation and fever -usually genetic |
front 3 signs and symptoms for autoimmune disorders | back 3 can be vague and occur over years |
front 4 assigned considerations for immunocompromised | back 4 make sure ill coworkers are not assigned to acre for immunocompromised patients |
front 5 systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) | back 5 chronic autoimmune disease-causing inflammation and tissue damage (forms): discoid-skin; systemic-multi-organ; drug-induced (usually reversible) |
front 6 systemic lupus erythematosus exposure/triggers | back 6 sun exposure and certain medications, such as oral contraceptives, sulfas, and PCN, may cause a flare-up triggers include: stress, smoking, certain medications |
front 7 SLE s/s | back 7
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front 8 autoimmune and auto inflammatory S/S | back 8 fatigue fever joint pain swelling GI symptoms Lymph node enlargement |
front 9 diagnosis criteria for SLE | back 9
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front 10 Hodgkins lymphoma | back 10 cancer of the lymphatic system originating in lymphocytes presence of Hodgkins lymphoma- reed Sternberg cells |
front 11 non Hodgkins inclsue | back 11 B-CELL AND T-CELL types |
front 12 lymphoma | back 12 classifications and staging of these two diseases relies heavily on microscopic examination of tissues and diagnostic studies |
front 13 Hodgkins lymphoma etiology. | back 13 causes- unknown bimodal age distribution (young adults and >55) risk factors: Epstein Barr virus, genetic susceptibly, and immune suppression |
front 14 Hodgkins lymphoma pathoohsyiology | back 14 painless enlarged lymph nodes (neck, mediastinum) spread through lymphatic system systemic B symtoms- fever, night sweats, weight loss, and pruitus |
front 15 remission | back 15 disease is under control |
front 16 relapse | back 16 reappearance of cancer/abnormal cells |
front 17 non-hodgkins lymphoma etiology and pathophysiology | back 17
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front 18 non- Hodgkins lymphoma S/S | back 18 painless lymph node enlargement
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front 19 lymphedema | back 19 lymphatic obstruction--> fluid accumulation--> swelling |
front 20 common causes lymphedema | back 20
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front 21 primary lymphedema | back 21 inherited form due to a congenital condition in which there is deficient growth of the lymphatic system, especially in lower extremity |
front 22 secondary lymphedema | back 22 acquired form due to an obstruction cause by trauma to the lymph vessels and nodes- most common form |
front 23 secondary lymphedema symptoms | back 23 patients may present with a variety of symptoms, including restricted range of motion; heavy feeling; aching discomfort; recurrent infections; and thick, hard skin |
front 24 treatment for secondary lymphedema | back 24 compression bandaging, elevation, compression garments, exercise, skin care, injury prevention NO CURE-LIFELONG MANAGEMENT |
front 25 Fibromyalgia | back 25 chronic pain disorder with central pain sensitization not inflammatory or autoimmune -more common in women aged 20-50 |
front 26 fibromyalgia hyperalgesia | back 26 heightened response to painful stimuli |
front 27 fibromyalgia allodynia | back 27 pain response to non painful stimuli |
front 28 fibromyalgia symptoms | back 28
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front 29 Allergy and Hypersensitivity Reactions | back 29 Allergy – an abnormal response to certain substances. Hypersensitivity Reaction – the body’s excessive response to a normally harmless substance. Is also an allergic reaction. Anaphylaxis – an extreme allergic reaction that is life threatening. Mast cells- Release chemical mediators such as histamine into connective tissue |
front 30 Allergy and Hypersensitivity: Signs and Symptoms | back 30 Itchy, red, watery eyes Soft palate pruritus Clear rhinorrhea Sneezing Erythema Edema Dyspnea and wheezing |
front 31 Four Broad Categories of Allergens contactants | back 31 Direct contact with mucosa, skin or tissue (dust, soaps, lotions) |
front 32 Four Broad Categories of Allergens ingestants | back 32 Swallowed (foods, drugs) |
front 33 Four Broad Categories of Allergens inhalants | back 33 entry through the nose or mouth |
front 34 Four Broad Categories of Allergens injectables | back 34 Via needles, snake bites, insect bites and or stings, meds, vaccines, venoms. |
front 35 Primary Allergic Conditions | back 35 Anaphylaxis Angioedema Asthma Atopic dermatitis (eczema) Food allergy or intolerance Perennial allergic rhinitis or sinusitis Seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (hay fever) Urticaria |