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The condition that applies to my name is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a disease where the body’s immune system starts attacking its own tissues, causing inflammation and damage in many parts of the body. The immune system usually protects us from infections, but in lupus, it becomes overactive and starts harming healthy tissues. This damage can affect organs like the skin, joints, kidneys, and heart. It’s not fully understood why this happens, but a mix of genetics, environment, and the immune system’s malfunction are thought to contribute to the disease (Jariwala et al., 2021).

Wilbur’s symptoms may be linked to SLE. He has a rash on his chest and back that is purple in color, which could be a sign of the skin problems that people with lupus often get. One common rash in lupus patients is called the “butterfly rash,” which looks like a red rash across the nose and cheeks. Although Wilbur’s rash is not exactly like that, the color and chronic nature (lasting for months) could still point to lupus-related skin issues. The white coating on Wilbur’s tongue could be a sign of a fungal infection called thrush. People with lupus often have a weakened immune system because of the disease or the medicines they take for it, making them more prone to infections. Wilbur’s comment about being “sick a lot lately” also fits with lupus, which can cause people to feel unwell or experience infections more often due to the immune system being out of balance.

Tests that would help confirm SLE include:

1. Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) Test: This is a blood test that checks for autoantibodies. In lupus, the body makes these antibodies that attack its own cells. A positive ANA test is common in lupus, but it can also be positive in other diseases.
2. Anti-dsDNA and Anti-Smith Antibodies: These are more specific tests for lupus. If these are positive, they are a strong indication of lupus.
3. Urinalysis: This test looks at the urine and helps check for kidney problems, which are common in lupus. If Wilbur has protein in his urine, it could be a sign of kidney involvement (Kahlenberg, et al., 2023).
4. Blood Tests (CBC and Complement Levels): Blood tests can check for anemia (low red blood cells) and low levels of certain proteins (called complement), which are common in active lupus.

References:

Jariwala, P., Sethi, S., & Palaian, S. (2021). Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, 27(5), 213-223. https://doi.org/10.1097/RHU.0000000000001462

Kahlenberg, J. M., & Choi, J. (2023). Advances in the Immunology of Lupus and Implications for Treatment. Frontiers in Immunology, 14, 724546. https://doi.org/10.3389/fimmu.2023.724546

 General question: What role does patient history play in determining the most likely cause of these symptoms? 

Communicate using respectful, collegial language and terminology appropriate to advanced nursing practice.  

 Use current APA format to format citations and references free of errors.  

My topic is HIV due to being a certified Tester for the state of Florida and it ties in with mental health

Select a condition covered in this course that interests you or is relevant to your nursing practice. Identify the condition you’ve selected. 

1. Briefly explain your rationale for selecting this particular condition. What influenced your selection? 
2. Investigate the prevalence and incidence of the chosen condition in the United States (U.S.). What are the incidence, prevalence, and affected populations? 
3. Find and summarize a scholarly article that discusses your selected condition. What does the article say about your condition and its pathophysiology and manifestations? How is the article relevant to your understanding of the condition? 

The unlawful restraint of a patient can be a legal pitfall for the PMHNP.  K.W. was found eating hamburgers out of a Mcdonald’s dumpster and drinking water from an old water hose.  She had not taken a bath in weeks. She refused to live in an apartment because she wants to “live off the fat of the land.”  

1. Cite the Baker Act law to defend your position.  
2. Find one newspaper article written in the last 5 years that supports your position.  Summarize the details of the case and the laws cited

 Post should be at least 500 words, formatted, and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.  

 Suggest a best practice that emerges from the research you reviewed. Briefly explain the best practice, 

1. Describe the roles and responsibilities of the APRN when prescribing medication.
2. Describe the method used to determine what drug therapy to prescribe?
3. Discuss responsibilities for patient education and teaching based on the prescribed therapy. 
4. Discuss Schedule drugs and prescribing restrictions for each scheduled drug. 

• 500 words
• APA style
• 2 academic sources
• Each question must be answered individually as in bullet points