Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Summer 2017
Document Type
Project
Course Number
Nurs 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
Dr. Chovan
Keywords
lupus, pathophysiology, disease, autoimmune, nursing
Subject Categories
Nursing
Abstract
My chosen research topic is systemic lupus erythematous (SLE), otherwise commonly known as lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that affects many different body systems, and has no cure. There are a plethora of symptoms associated with the disease, and symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. Additionally, lupus can progress gradually and has periods of flares and remission like several other autoimmune diseases. All of these factors combined can make this disease very hard to diagnose, and therefore treat. By researching and learning more about lupus, I strive to gain a better understanding of this disease and its pathophysiology, symptoms, and appropriate treatment options. This will allow me to educate other healthcare providers, and my peers, on the disease, as well as provide better care to my patients in my future practice.
Recommended Citation
Smith, Madeleine, "Systemic Lupus Erythematosus" (2017). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 236.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/236