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Nursing Diagnosis for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints. It typically results in warm, swollen, and painful joints. Pain and stiffness often worsen following rest. Most commonly, the wrist and hands are involved, with the same joints typically involved on both sides of the body. The disease may also affect other parts of the body, including skin, eyes, lungs, heart, nerves and blood. This may result in a low red blood cell count, inflammation around the lungs, and inflammation around the heart. Fever and low energy may also be present. Often, symptoms come on gradually over weeks to months. 

While the cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not clear, it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. The underlying mechanism involves the body's immune system attacking the joints. This results in inflammation and thickening of the joint capsule. It also affects the underlying bone and cartilage. The diagnosis is made mostly on the basis of a person's signs and symptoms. X-rays and laboratory testing may support a diagnosis or exclude other diseases with similar symptoms. Other diseases that may present similarly include systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriatic arthritis, and fibromyalgia among others. 

Nursing Diagnosis for Rheumatoid Arthritis


Nursing Diagnosis for Rheumatoid Arthritis


1. Pain (acute / chronic)

related to:

tissue distended by the accumulation of fluid / inflammation,

joint destruction.


2. Impaired physical mobility

related to:

skeletal deformity,

pain,

decreased muscle strength.


3. Disturbed Body Image

related to:

changes in the ability to carry out common tasks,

increased use of energy,

imbalance mobility.


4. Self-care deficit

related to:

musculoskeletal damage,

decreased strength and endurance,

pain when moving,

depression.


5. Knowledge Deficit: about the disease, prognosis, and treatment needs

related to:

lack of exposure / recall,

misinterpretation of information.


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