In this post, we continue our discussion of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Nursing Interventions for the Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ASSESSMENT AND HISTORY The importance of obtaining a detailed history from the patient, including present and past symptoms, ... Read More about Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus IV
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Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus III
In this post, we will continue our discussion of the clinical manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. OPHTHALMOLOGIC INVOLVEMENT While SLE can affect any eye structure, one of the most common manifestations is Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, also known as Dry Eye ... Read More about Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus III
Correctional Nurse Practice Update: Nurse Fatigue in Corrections
In a recent post, I mentioned that nurse fatigue leads to errors and affects patient safety, and I wanted to review this in more detail, as it is a very real concern in correctional nursing. First, what is correctional nurse fatigue? Fatigue is an overwhelming ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Practice Update: Nurse Fatigue in Corrections
Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus II
This post continues our discussion of the Clinical Manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). SKIN AND MUCOUS MEMBRANE INVOLVEMENT Most SLE patients develop skin and mucous membrane lesions at some point in their disease process, although there is a great deal of variability ... Read More about Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus II
Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus I
One of the Chronic Conditions we see in the correctional population is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). In the next four weeks, we will discuss the identification, care and treatment of the patient with SLE. Mortality in patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus has decreased over the ... Read More about Clinical Practice Update: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus I