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Inflammatory and autoimmune
AMS FInal
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
12/05/2012

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Term
IgG
Definition
primary immunoglobin
-present in the second exposure
--anaphylaxis rxn
Term
IgE
Definition
allergies in small quantities
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
type 1
Definition
allergic response
-requires repeated exposure!
-mast cell release: histimine, leukotrines, platelet activating and prostaglandins
-local: common allergy
-systemic: anaphylaxis
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
type 1 Sx
Definition
skin: hives, urticaria
cardio: capillary dilation, increased vas permi (red and swollen)
pulmonary: bronchoconst
GI: sm muscle contraction and edema of mucose (cramps, n and diarrhea).
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
type one
Priority
Definition
protect that airway!: calm them and sit them up in bed
-albuterol, pulse ox, vs, antihistimine and epinepherine
Assess: does just dephenhydro work? can they talk?
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
treatment
epinepherine
Definition
stimulates A and B receptors
-inc HR, BP and CO
-bronchodilation and dec in hist
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
treatment
Definition
epinepherine
antihistimnes
glucocorticoid
beta 2 antagnoist
t lymphocyte suppression: ie CSA
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
Type 2
Definition
cytotoxic
-transfusion, drug induced anemia
ie PCN. quinine and sulfs
Term
hypersensitivity RXN
Type 3
Definition
immune mediated
-IgG and IgM
-transplant rejection
-SLD and glomu nehpritis
Term
Type 4
Definition
delayed
-t cells and tissue destruction
graft v host and host v graft
match tissues!!!
Term
DM type one
pathos and Sx
Definition
triggered by viral autoimmune response against insulin
-insulin depleted by antibodies
Sx: hypergly (DKA), wt loss r/t ptn catabolism and dec h20
polys: uria (inc pee), dipsea (thirst) and phagia (hunger)
Term
Type one DM
POC
Definition
glucose control: insulin, diet and excercise
-diet: brown rice, whole grains, fruits and veggies balance
Fluid and electrolyte imbalance
education on carb counting and exercise
Term
asthma
Definition
chronic inflammatory process: mucosal edema, secreation and airway inflammation (both out to in and in to out)
-IgE mediated: isolate triggers
-S/e: nasal flaring, pursed lip breathing, tripod, accessory muscles and wheeze
Term
asthma
POC
Definition
IMPAIRED GAS EXCHANGE r/t impaired breathing pattern sec to asthma
ineffective breathing pattern
ineffective airway clearence
Term
asthma
intervention
Definition
OPEN airway!! tripod
administer oxygen
in through nose and out with pursed lips
Term
IBS
background
Definition
genetic link
onset post bacterial infection
Term
ulcerative colitis
Definition
causes inflammation, thickening, congestion and
edema through sm lacerations causing ABSCESSES
Term
chron's disease
Definition
tissue becomes inflamed and collections of lymphocytes are found through out mucosa
Term
IBD POC
Definition
pain-abdominal pain: groping (moves)
diarrhea- r/t dec absorption r/t inflammation rapid cramping
imbalanced nutrition- fat, folic acid, iron, calcium, and vit
Term
IBD interventions
Definition
eat fiber, BRAT, and hydration
avoid fruits, less sugar less veggies??
opioids for pain to slow GI motility
fluid and electrolyte replacement
nutritional support to avoid anemia
Term
IBD rx
Definition
pain: morphine
inflammation: glucocorticoids, block prostaglandins and immune response
watch out for opportunistic GI issues
Term
MS
background
Definition
immune mediated demyelinating disease of the brain
onset 20-40 yrs
in response to infection
Term
MS
sx
Definition
universal fatigue
weakness or tingling sensation
vision loss
incoordination: intention tremor
bladder and bowel dysfunction
Term
MS
POC
Definition
fatigue
impaired physical mobility: fall risk
impaired elimination control
depression
Term
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
background
Definition
common demyelinating neuropathy
causes: viral and bacterial infection, surgery, vaccination
-- campylobacter jejuni!
immune mediated response of IgG and cell mediated
Term
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
SX
Definition
appear 1-3 wks post infection
ascending bilateral weakness (toes--up)
4 wks to diaphragm 10 wks max injury
2-48 wks recovery
Term
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
POC
Definition
ineffective breathing pattern
impaired mobility and activity intolerance
altered neurological function
nutritional deficit
anxiety and fear
Term
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
interventions
Definition
monitor neuro deficits
oxygen and mechanical vent
--VAP bundle
passive ROM
BB and other anti hypertensives
IVIG?
Term
Graves Disease
background
Definition
hyperthyroidism
IgG mediated antibody attaches to and activates TSH
Term
Graves Disease
Sx
Definition
hypermetabolism (wt loss)
goiter
increased HR, CO, SV and BP
malnutrition
hyperactivity
exophthalmos:bulging eyes
Term
Graves Disease
POC
and interventions
Definition
altered cardiovascular function
imbalanced nutrition
BB
propylthiouracil (PTU)
Term
Graves Disease
thyroid storm
Definition
high fever but feel cold-- blankets and clear sweat
severe tachy, a fib
delirium
dehydration: saline bolus
Term
Addison's Disease
background
Definition
most cases are autoimmune ie HIV pts
adrenal insufficiency: destruction of glands
--dec aldosterone, dec cortisol and androgens
Term
Addison's Disease
Sx
Definition
low glucose!
acute pain: legs back or abdomen
dec LOC
dec BP and u/o
Term
Addison's Disease
POC
Definition
fluid imbalance: fluid bolus
electrolyte imbalance: kayexalate (hyperKalemia)
Glucose control: IV dextrose
administer hydrocortisone or dexmethasone
vassopressors if needed
Term
immune thrombocytic purpura (ITP)
background
Definition
thrombocytopenic disorder
antibodies destroy circulating platelets
normal platelet life: 8-10 days
ITP platelet life: 1-3 days
Term
immune thrombocytic purpura (ITP)
sx
Definition
plts < 100,000
petechiae
ecchymosis
epistaxis
gums bleed
heavy menstruation
Term
immune thrombocytic purpura (ITP)
POC and interventions
Definition
risk for injury: bleed
interventions:
-cortocosteroids
-splenectomy
-immunosuppression
-IV IgG
-possible platelet transfusion
Term
HIT type Two
Definition
unfractionated heparin.. post op and cardio pts usually
dec plts and thrombi formation!
5-14 days post heparin therapy initiation
plts: 50-80,000
Term
HIT TWO
treatments
Definition
DC: heparin
start new anticoagulant
thrombin inhibitors: argatroban
Term
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
bkground
Definition
systemic and chronic autoimmune
symmetrical erosive inflammation of joints
thickening of synovial lining and inc vasculatiry
early morning stiffness
Term
RA
treatments
Definition
superficial heat: inc blood flow
dec pain and inflammation
--NSAIDS
--DMARDS- hydroxychloroquine
--prednisone
PROSORBA: binds to IgG
Term
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
background
Definition
multisystem, inflammatory disorder with scaring
connective tissues, blood vessels and mucosis memb
Term
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Sx
Definition
skin lesions: butterfly rash on face, erythematous
bone marrow suppression: thrombocyto, leukopenia ect
painful and swollen joints
glomerulonephritis (red urine from hemolytic anemia)
neuropathies
Term
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Rx
Definition
ASA, NSAIDS
glucocorticosteroids
immunosuppressants: methyltrexate
Dapsone- anti leprosy for skin effects
IV IgG- for thrombocytopenia
Term
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
management
Definition
infection risk
ARF risk
Sz risk
maintain skin integrity and mobility
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