NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
What is teaching with lupus? - correct answer limit sun exposure
monitor body temp
preg can trigger
pat skin dry/clean w/ mild soap
avoid alcohol or powder
no live vaccine for 30 days before tx
What is lupus? - correct answer an immune system generates antibodies against
histones and DNA released by normal breakdown of body cells. causes skin rashes,
fever, arthritis, and kidney disfunction
What labs is done to dx lupus? - correct answer skin biopsy confirms diagnosis
immunologic based lab test same as RA
What are interventions with lupus? - correct answer topical cortisone
NSAIDs
chronic steroid therapy (take in AM)
immunosuppressants (avoid large crowds)
what is the self management for lupus - correct answer Except fatigue as a
continuing but manageable condition
Avoid self blame for the need to alter activity
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
Keep in mind that your health comes 1st
Make rest time a priority and make sure your family knows why
If you smoke stop and avoid nicotine in any form
Plan ahead and print orthodox your activities this are activities keeping in mind that
you do not have to be a superperson
Group your errands when driving starting with those further from home and heading
toward home
When possible shop online and have items delivered directly to you
Prepare meals in advance on less busy days
Is when possible prepare items while sitting
Carefully select which activities and events you can attend or participate in and
which ones you must regretfully decline
Work on asking for what you need asking for help will become easier with time and
practice
accept help offered by others
Make adjustments in your life that will help you live better
What are people with latex allergies usually also allergic to? - correct answer banana,
avocado, or nut allergies
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
what are Nursing diagnosises and interventions for lupus - correct answer Persistent
pain Due to chronic inflammation and hypoxia =pain management with drug therapy
=Tylenol and NSAIDs, corticosteroids
Fatigue due to chronic inflammation and hypoxia= Help patient recognize their
health must come 1st and learn to make lifestyle choices to improve endurance and
prevent excessive fatigue
potential for loss of tissue integrity and organ failure with progression = Drug
therapy involving is involving combination of immunos suppressing agents and
selective immunos suppressive agent= corticosteroids, antimalarial drugs
(hydroxychloroquine)
Potential for decrease self esteem due to changes in body image =support positive
coping mechanism/ mental health professional
what meds are used for management of lupus? - correct answer topical
corticosteroids
Tylenol/ NSAIDs
hydo|ychloroquine
steroids
immunosuppressive agents (methotrexate)
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
what is the teaching for hydroxychloroquine - correct answer Teach patients to have
frequent eye examinations with visual field testing before starting the drug and every
6 months after starting drug
What is Lyme disease? - correct answer systemic infection caused by spirochete
borrelia burgdorferi d/t tick bite
What is Stage 1 with lyme? - correct answer flu like symptoms
erythema migrans (bulls eye)
pain/stiffness in muscles/joints
symptoms begin 3-30 days
tx abs doxy or amoxx (14-21 days)
What is Stage 2 with lyme? - correct answer 2-12wks after tick bite
can develop carditis w/ dysrhythmias
dyspnea, dizziness or palpitations, meningitis, facial paralysis, peripheral neuritis
tx iv abx for 30 days (ceftriaxone & cefotaxime)
What is stage3 with lyme? - correct answer months-years after bite
arthritis is 1st and only symptom
What is teaching with lyme? - correct answer avoid heavily wooded areas
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
What is teaching with lupus? - correct answer limit sun exposure
monitor body temp
preg can trigger
pat skin dry/clean w/ mild soap
avoid alcohol or powder
no live vaccine for 30 days before tx
What is lupus? - correct answer an immune system generates antibodies against
histones and DNA released by normal breakdown of body cells. causes skin rashes,
fever, arthritis, and kidney disfunction
What labs is done to dx lupus? - correct answer skin biopsy confirms diagnosis
immunologic based lab test same as RA
What are interventions with lupus? - correct answer topical cortisone
NSAIDs
chronic steroid therapy (take in AM)
immunosuppressants (avoid large crowds)
what is the self management for lupus - correct answer Except fatigue as a
continuing but manageable condition
Avoid self blame for the need to alter activity
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
Keep in mind that your health comes 1st
Make rest time a priority and make sure your family knows why
If you smoke stop and avoid nicotine in any form
Plan ahead and print orthodox your activities this are activities keeping in mind that
you do not have to be a superperson
Group your errands when driving starting with those further from home and heading
toward home
When possible shop online and have items delivered directly to you
Prepare meals in advance on less busy days
Is when possible prepare items while sitting
Carefully select which activities and events you can attend or participate in and
which ones you must regretfully decline
Work on asking for what you need asking for help will become easier with time and
practice
accept help offered by others
Make adjustments in your life that will help you live better
What are people with latex allergies usually also allergic to? - correct answer banana,
avocado, or nut allergies
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
what are Nursing diagnosises and interventions for lupus - correct answer Persistent
pain Due to chronic inflammation and hypoxia =pain management with drug therapy
=Tylenol and NSAIDs, corticosteroids
Fatigue due to chronic inflammation and hypoxia= Help patient recognize their
health must come 1st and learn to make lifestyle choices to improve endurance and
prevent excessive fatigue
potential for loss of tissue integrity and organ failure with progression = Drug
therapy involving is involving combination of immunos suppressing agents and
selective immunos suppressive agent= corticosteroids, antimalarial drugs
(hydroxychloroquine)
Potential for decrease self esteem due to changes in body image =support positive
coping mechanism/ mental health professional
what meds are used for management of lupus? - correct answer topical
corticosteroids
Tylenol/ NSAIDs
hydo|ychloroquine
steroids
immunosuppressive agents (methotrexate)
, NUR 265 Exam 4 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
what is the teaching for hydroxychloroquine - correct answer Teach patients to have
frequent eye examinations with visual field testing before starting the drug and every
6 months after starting drug
What is Lyme disease? - correct answer systemic infection caused by spirochete
borrelia burgdorferi d/t tick bite
What is Stage 1 with lyme? - correct answer flu like symptoms
erythema migrans (bulls eye)
pain/stiffness in muscles/joints
symptoms begin 3-30 days
tx abs doxy or amoxx (14-21 days)
What is Stage 2 with lyme? - correct answer 2-12wks after tick bite
can develop carditis w/ dysrhythmias
dyspnea, dizziness or palpitations, meningitis, facial paralysis, peripheral neuritis
tx iv abx for 30 days (ceftriaxone & cefotaxime)
What is stage3 with lyme? - correct answer months-years after bite
arthritis is 1st and only symptom
What is teaching with lyme? - correct answer avoid heavily wooded areas
