Scleroderma Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (CREST)
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CREST
- C-Calcinosis
- R-Raynaud’s
- E-Esophageal dysmotility
- S-Sclerodactyly
- T-Telangiectasia
Description
Calcinosis-deposits of calcium in the connective tissue. Raynaud’s- hands and feet are often cold from lack of circulation. Esophageal dysmotility-patient has a hard time swallowing from a tightened esophagus. Sclerodactyly- tight thick skin on the fingers. Telangiectasia-visible swollen small blood vessels like spider veins
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