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Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Ojaswi Bhattarai
Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Ojaswi Bhattarai
Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is a type of autoimmune disease marked by thyroid-specific autoantibodies, which cause immune cells and antibodies to attack and kill thyroid cells. As a result, the body's mechanisms slow down, resulting in fatigue, coldness, weight gain, dry skin, and hair loss, among other symptoms. Although the exact cause of HT is unknown, it is thought to be caused by a combination of genetics, environment, physical activity, immunology, dietary intake, and epigenesis. High serum antibody concentrations against one or more thyroid antigens, as well as widespread lymphocytic infiltration of the thyroid, are clinical manifestations. Typically, HT is treated …
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Pathophysiology, Alex Thompson
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Pathophysiology, Alex Thompson
Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
This poster presentation overviews the pathophysiologic process and accompanying disease characteristics associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). COPD is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Studies suggest that its incidence will only increase in the future. COPD risk factors include smoking tobacco, environmental chemical/pollution irritants, and genetic predisposition. Smoking is the most common cause of COPD, and cessation can improve patient outcomes drastically. This chronic obstructive pulmonary disease overview discusses the importance of knowledge of COPD, signs, symptoms, pathophysiology, peri-operative management, treatments, and prevention.
Myasthenia Gravis, Jonathan Garcia
Myasthenia Gravis, Jonathan Garcia
Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Poster Abstract
Jonathan C. Garcia
Department of Nursing, Otterbein University
NURS 6810 – Advanced Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse
Dr. Deana Batross and Dr. Shivani Bhatnagar
July 29, 2022
Abstract
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a rare autoimmune neuromuscular disorder caused by the destruction or decreased availability of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the post-synaptic neuromuscular junction. Muscular weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest is a hallmark of MG. MG patients are at increased risk for many postoperative and anesthesia-related complications. However, risk can be mitigated when providers thoroughly understand MG's pathophysiology and implications on the anesthetic plan. …