DMD Basics
A Dystrophinopathy is a muscle disease that results in the deficiency of what protein?
Dystrophin
At what age is DMD diagnosed?
3-5 years of age
Why is it important to diagnose DMD early?
-more supportive care
-preventive care
-early interventions
What are nursing goals for a patient with DMD?
Promote independence and help with quality of life
Explain the Gower's Sign
walking hands up thighs to go from sitting to standing positions
Life expectancy of a person with DMD?
23.7 years
Examples of assistive devices to help patient with DMD?
Wheel chairs, leg braces, supportive frames.
DMD effects what gender more?
Males
What are the effects of DMD on the lungs?
-difficulty breathing
-respiratory infections
-sleep apnea
Yearly medical costs for a patient with DMD
$58,440-$71,900
What are the side effects of steriods?
-increased appetite
-weight gain
What are the most sever complications of DMD?
Cardiac/Respiratory Failure
What is a sign of DMD in newborns/infants
Lack of neck/head control
-reduce inflammation
-preserve muscle strength
Define Atrophy
A decrease in the size of muscle tissue?
How is DMD Diagnosed?
Muscle Biopsy
T or F - Children with DMD may have learning disabilities
True
Emotional impacts of a DMD diagnosis
-Depression
-Anxiety
-Low self esteem
-Anger
-Greif
Who is the best Nursing Instructor ?
Jason