HIV
Allergies
Autoimmune Disorders
Cancer
more cancer
100
CD4 cell count
What is the lab test used to diagnose HIV? Also called the helper cells.
100
Bee sting
What is anaphylactic?
100
malaise, musculoskeletal issues such as arthralgias and joint swelling, butterfly rash
What are manifestations of sytemic lupus erythemtosus?
100
Smoking cessation. Sun exposure. Balanced diet. Limited alcohol consumption.
What are primary prevention measures for cancer?
100
refers to the relative size of the tumor and extent of the disease.
What is staging of the cancer?
200
unprotected sex, body fluids, sharing syringes
What are the modes of transmission of HIV?
200
Blood and ABO incompatability.
What is cytotoxic?
200
integumentary, endocrine, respiratory, urinary, GI, muscoskeletal, neurologic, sensry, cardiovascular, hematologic, reproductive
What are the multisytem effects of SLE?
200
Secondary preventions for cancer.
What are breast exam, testicular exam, colonoscopy, pap test, PSA.
200
Use f cytotoxic medications to cure liquid and solid cancers.
What is chemotherapy?
300
pneumocystitis carinii mycobacterium CMV
What are opportunistic infections that are common manifestations of AIDS?
300
contact dermatitis
What is immune?
300
avoid sun exposure topical corticosteroids aspirin
What are treatments for SLE?
300
Early menses, age for childbirth, late menopause, HRT.
What are risk factors for breast cancer?
300
radiation is given inside the body by implanting small amounts of radioactive materials directly into a tumor or body cavity
What is brachytherapy?
400
May affect the retina and cause visual disturbances.
What is CMV?
400
repetitive use of gloves and cornstarch
What is latex allergy?
400
Check blood pressure. Decrease salt consumption. Taper medication. Possible rash.
What are teaching points regarding steroid use?
400
smoking, ETOH, asbestos
What risk factors for lung cancer?
400
a life threatening emergency including hyperuricemia, hyperphosphatemia, hyperkalmia, and/or hypocalcemia
What is tumor lysis syndrome?
500
administer prescribed medications diet high in protein and kilocalories supplementary vitamins
What is treatment plan for HIV+ patients?
500
light-headedness itchy palms & scalp hives angioedema of the eyelids, lips, tongue, hands, feet & genitals
What are manifestations of anaphylactic shock?
500
Increased fatigue. Pain, abdominal discomfort. Rash. Headache. Fever. Dizziness.
What are warning signs of a flare with SLE?
500
age, African-American, family history, family history
What are risk factors for prostate cancer?
500
elevate arm with pillows at the heart level
What is treatment for lymphedema?
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