Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease of unknown origin. Here's the nursing care management for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteogenesis imperfecta is characterized by bones that break easily often from little or no apparent cause.
Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis is the acute or chronic inflammation of the gallbladder.
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) refers to an abnormal growth of lymphocyte precursors or lymphoblasts.
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
The ductus arteriosus is a fetal blood vessel that connects the pulmonary artery to the descending aorta. In patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), the lumen of the ductus remains open after birth.
Bile Duct Stones (Choledocholithiasis)
Diseases of the gallbladder and the biliary tract are common, and in most cases, painful conditions frequently require surgery and may be life-threatening.
Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) is a chronic respiratory disease common among crowded and poorly ventilated areas.
Fluid and Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance
Fluid and electrolyte balance is a dynamic process that is crucial for life and homeostasis.
Cushing’s Syndrome
Cushing's syndrome is a cluster of clinical abnormalities caused by excessive levels of adrenocortical hormones (particularly cortisol) or related corticosteroids and, to a lesser extent, androgens and aldosterone.
Cataract
One of the most common eye disorders is cataract. A cataract is a lens opacity or cloudiness.
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