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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 diagnostic testing for Lyme...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

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, we will identify signs...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

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 confirm the immune disorder...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

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 potential complications of lupus...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

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 progression of disease and...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

White Blood Cells

In this lesson, we will look at an important part of the immune system, the white blood cell (WBC). We will review types of white blood cells along with the functions of each. We will then go over important information regarding normal lab values...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

Radioallergosorbent Skin Test (RAST)

In this lesson, we will summarize the reasons for a radioallergosorbent skin testing and what it is used to help diagnose.  We will review the testing process and will discuss some potential complications of testing.  Finally, we will go over nursing interventions for before,...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

Antinuclear Antibody (ANA)

In this lesson, we will determine what Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) testing is and why the screening is done.  We will also identify some common disorders that an ANA test can aid in diagnosing.  Finally, we will go over nursing interventions for before, during, and...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

Allergen Skin Test

In this lesson, we will summarize the reasons for and mechanics of allergen skin testing.  We will review the skin testing process and discuss some potential complications of skin testing.  Finally, we will go over nursing interventions for before, during, and after an allergen...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System
Lecture

HIV Test

In this lesson, we will summarize what HIV is and methods that can be used to screen for this type of infection.  We will also go over some diagnostic testing that can help monitor the progression or effectiveness of medications.  We will review some...


Intermediate Nursing
Immune System