Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Psoriasis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Psoriasis Lesson Objective for Psoriasis Nursing Care Plan Upon completion of this nursing care plan for psoriasis, nursing students will be able to: To comprehensively understand psoriasis, including its pathophysiology, etiology, and effective management strategies from a nursing perspective. The plan will cover various aspects such as patient assessment, diagnosis, […]
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Psoriasis
Overview Pathophysiology: An autoimmune disorder where there is hyperproliferation of the epidermis and inflammation which leads to scaly patches of skin on skin. Psoriasis Autoimmune Scaly patches on skin Nursing Points General Common skin condition Body inflammatory response T cells attack healthy cells Overproduction of skin cells–>Buildup of cells on skin Cell death Immune response […]
Psoriasis
Psoriasis plaques on the skin
Psoriatic Plaque
Psoriatic plaque, showing a silvery center surrounded by a reddened border.