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Gouty Arthritis, Erin Dutt
Gouty Arthritis, Erin Dutt
Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Gout is an arthritic condition that can lead to destruction of the affected joints. Often the main complaint is severe pain of the big toe but could affect other joints. Due to the frequency of this condition, the family nurse practitioner (FNP) could easily encounter it in family practice. What causes the joint destruction is the deposit monosodium urate crystals (MSU) along a joint due to hyperuricemia. Not only can gout cause permanent joint damage, it also increases the risk for kidney damage. Treatment will be aimed at managing acute attacks and lowering serum uric acid (SUA) levels. Controlling modifiable …
Pathophysiology Of Osteoarthritis, Lara Stover
Pathophysiology Of Osteoarthritis, Lara Stover
Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common joint diseases worldwide, and especially in the United States. This disease can cause chronic pain and disability, and can impair a patient’s quality of life and ability to perform activities of daily living. There are many different factors that can contribute to the development, progression, and severity of OA. Chronic inflammation and the inflammatory response is the primary pathological process that contributes to the development of OA. With the number of cases of OA expected to increase in the United States, it is important that primary care providers have an understanding of …