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, The nurse is caring for a patient with a new diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The patient
denies a family history of this disease. Which information in the patient's history identifies a likely cause
of the onset of symptoms? - correct ans:Use of prescribed procainamide
At least 40 prescription medications, including procainamide, can lead to the development of SLE.
A patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) asks the nurse what happens during an exacerbation
of SLE. Which response from the nurse is appropriate? - correct ans:"Your body is making antibodies
that attack the proteins in your DNA."
SLE is an autoimmune disease. An individual with SLE develops antibodies that attack the proteins found
in his or her DNA.
Which finding in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) would indicate possible kidney
damage? - correct ans:Protein in the urine
Proteinuria is a common finding in patients with SLE and indicates possible kidney damage.
A patient diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is taking methotrexate. Which instruction
should the nurse provide to the patient? - correct ans:"You need to take a folic acid supplement."
Methotrexate depletes folic acid. Therefore supplementation is required.
A nurse is caring for a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who reports having mild pain and
swelling in the hands. Which medication would the nurse anticipate the health care provider to
prescribe? - correct ans:Celecoxib
Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug that is prescribed to treat arthritic pain related to SLE.
A female patient comes to the emergency department with a butterfly rash and tests positive for
antinuclear antibodies. Which additional tests would the nurse anticipate to be ordered by the health
care provider to confirm a diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)? - correct ans:Urinalysis-