Hypersensitivity Reactions

In this lesson, we will look at what the immune response is behind a hypersensitivity reaction along with different types of reactions that can occur.   We will identify risk factors for developing a hypersensitivity response along with causes and

DiGeorge Syndrome (Thymic Dysplasia)

In this lesson, we will identify what DiGeorge Syndrome is and what causes it.  We will go over varied signs and symptoms that clients with this disorder may display.  Key nursing assessments and symptoms management will be covered along with

Primary Immunodeficiency

In this lesson, we will review what Primary Immunodeficiency is and causes and risk factors for developing this chronic immune disorder.  We will go some diagnostic testing along with over signs and symptoms that clients with this disorder may display

Kaposi’s Sarcoma

In this lesson, we will identify what Kaposi’s Sarcoma is and risk factors for developing this form of cancer.  This disorder is covered under the immune system due to its direct relation to immune system damage as a cause. We

Goodpasture’s Syndrome

In this lesson, we will go over what Good Pasture’s Syndrome is and discuss the cluster of symptoms that are common with this immune system disorder.  We will review a high number of diagnostic testing required to confirm this disorder

Lyme Disease

In this lesson, we will take a look at what Lyme Disease is and what causes it.  We will identify risk factors for Lyme Disease and methods of preventing contraction of this disorder.  We will identify signs and symptoms and

Scleroderma

Within this lesson, we will identify what Scleroderma and discuss two types of the disorder.  We will cover causes and risk factors for developing this immune system disorder along with the variety of testing required to confirm the diagnosis.  Finally,

Anaphylaxis

In this overview, we will go over what anaphylaxis is and what causes it.  We will identify risk factors for developing anaphylaxis and signs and symptoms of this potentially life threatening immune response.  Testing for anaphylaxis and diagnostics used to

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

In this lesson, we will go over what Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, more commonly known as lupus, is and identify some causes and risk factors for developing this chronic immune system disorder.   We will review common signs and symptoms and

HIV/AIDS

In this lesson, we will summarize what HIV and AIDS are and risk factors for developing these chronic immune disorders.  We will also go over some testing that can help diagnose these disorders along with diagnostic used to monitor the