Rheumatoid Arthritis Assessment Nursing Mnemonic (RHEUMATOID)

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RHEUMATOID

  • R-Respiratory distress (Interstitial lung disease, bronchiolitis, pleural effusion)
  • H-Haematological manifestations (anemias, thrombocytosis, neutropenia)
  • E-Extra- articular RA (ExRA)
  • U-Urinary tract infections (mainly drug- induced)
  • M-Median nerve compression/ Morning stiffness
  • A-Amyloidosis
  • T-Tenosynovitis and bursitis
  • O-Ocular manifestations (Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, scleritis, episcleritis)
  • I-Immunologic manifestations (Sjogren’s, Felty’s and Caplan’s syndrome)
  • D-Deformities (boutonniere, swan- neck, button- hole)

Description

Common findings of rheumatoid arthritis

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Concepts Covered:

  • Shock
  • Shock
  • Disorders of the Posterior Pituitary Gland
  • Endocrine
  • Disorders of Pancreas
  • Neurological
  • Disorders of the Adrenal Gland
  • Central Nervous System Disorders – Brain
  • Immunological Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal Trauma
  • Renal Disorders
  • Hematologic Disorders
  • Integumentary Disorders
  • Oncology Disorders
  • Noninfectious Respiratory Disorder
  • Studying
  • Postoperative Nursing
  • Disorders of the Thyroid & Parathyroid Glands
  • Intraoperative Nursing
  • Integumentary Important Points
  • Medication Administration
  • Lower GI Disorders
  • Female Reproductive Disorders
  • Cardiac Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Preoperative Nursing
  • Upper GI Disorders
  • Respiratory System
  • Vascular Disorders
  • Urinary System

Study Plan Lessons

02.17 Septic Shock for CCRN Review
03.01 Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) for CCRN Review
03.02 Diabetes Insipidus for CCRN Review
03.03 Hypoglycemia for CCRN Review
07.10 Neurologic Review questions for CCRN Review
Addisons Disease
Adjunct Neuro Assessments
AIDS Case Study (45 min)
Altered Mental Status Nursing Mnemonic (AEIOU TIPS)
Amputation
Anion Gap
Anion Gap Acidosis 1 Nursing Mnemonic (KULT)
Anti Tumor Antibiotics
Burn Injuries
Cancer – Early Warning Signs Nursing Mnemonic (CAUTION UP)
Cancer – Nursing Priorities Nursing Mnemonic (CANCER)
Causes of Dyspnea Nursing Mnemonic (The 6 P’s)
Chemotherapy Patients
Coagulation Studies (PT, PTT, INR)
Complications of Immobility
Computed Tomography (CT)
D-Dimer (DDI) Lab Values
Different Dressings
DKA Treatment Nursing Mnemonic (KING UFC)
Epinephrine (EpiPen) Nursing Considerations
Fluid Volume Overload
Fractures
Fractures (Open, Closed, Fat Embolus) for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Gout Case Study (45 min)
Hematology/Oncology/Immunology Course Introduction
Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 2 Nursing Mnemonic (FRIED)
Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 3 Nursing Mnemonic (SALT)
Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 2 Nursing Mnemonic (SWINE)
Hypertonic Solutions (IV solutions)
Hypocalcemia – Definition, Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (CATS)
Hypokalemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (6 L’s)
Hyponatremia- Definition, Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (SALT LOSS)
Hypotonic Solutions (IV solutions)
Hypoxia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (RAT BED)
Implant Preparation for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
Integumentary (Skin) Course Introduction
Integumentary (Skin) Important Points
Integumentary (Skin) Module Intro
IV Complications (infiltration, phlebitis, hematoma, extravasation, air embolism)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) Nursing Considerations
Metformin (Glucophage) Nursing Considerations
Multiple Myeloma
Morphine (MS Contin) Nursing Considerations
Musculoskeletal Assessment
Musculoskeletal Course Introduction
Naproxen (Aleve) Nursing Considerations
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Gout
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Osteomyelitis
Post-Anesthesia Recovery
Postoperative (Postop) Complications
Preoperative (Preop) Education
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Respiratory Alkalosis
Respiratory A&P Module Intro
Rheumatoid Arthritis Assessment Nursing Mnemonic (RHEUMATOID)
Routine Neuro Assessments
Shock
Shock – Signs and symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (TV SPARC CUBE)
Skin Cancer
Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism Nursing Mnemonic (SWEATING)
Symptoms of Hypothyroidism Nursing Mnemonic (MOM’S SO TIRED)
Symptoms of Nephrotic Syndrome Nursing Mnemonic (NAPHROTIC)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
The 5-Minute Assessment (Physical assessment)
Thrombocytopenia
To Clot or Not To Clot – Anticoagulants! – Live Tutoring Archive
Toxicity Sepsis- Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (The 6 T’s)
Vancomycin (Vancocin) Nursing Considerations
Warfarin (Coumadin) Nursing Considerations
Wound Care – Assessment
Wound Care – Dressing Change
Wound Care – Selecting a Dressing
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hypovolemic Shock
Fluid & Electrolytes Course Introduction