NUR 1028- Exam 1 P.2 questions with correct answers

pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis - Answer autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of connective tissues in the joints pathophysiology of lupus - Answer autoimmune disorder where the body attacks itself (multiple organs, reddening of skin) pathophysiology of multiple sclerosis - Answer autoimmune disorder that causes the demylelination of neurons causes of rhematoid arthritis - Answer combination of genetic, environmental, hormonal, and reproductive factors; might be onset by a stressor causes of multiple sclerosis - Answer risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis - Answer family history, heavy smokers, women, obesity, physical and emotional trauma, exposure to air pollution insecticides and occupation risk factors for lupus - Answer genetic, viruses, UV light, female, medication, environment -African american, Japanese, Chinese, native Hawaiian, Hispanic risk factors for multiple sclerosis - Answer age (20-40), women, european decent, smoking