The nurse is teaching the client newly diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematous about the condition. Which statement by the cl
ient indicates teaching was effective?a) "I do not need to make any changes in my diet."b) "I should avoid prolonged sun exposure."c) "My energy level will gradually increase over time."d) "My medications will ultimately correct my problem."
Systemic lupus erythematous may be defined as the medical condition in which the body's immune system starts attacking the healthy body tissue. This is an autoimmune disease.
The disease affects the kidneys, brain, joints and skin. The individual should avoid the excess exposure to the ultraviolet light and the sun's light. This light might result in the increase in the disease progression and exacerbations of the disease.
Yes, they can because female skin cells have more antioxidants, compounds that scavenge DNA damaging chemicals, and potentially more mechanisms to repair DNA damage than male skin.
