A teenage girl has recently been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In teaching the girl about her disease, the nurse explains that the teenager needs to avoid which typical teenage activity?
A)Receiving a manicure and a pedicure
B)Daily hair shampoos
C)Using a tanning bed
D)Attending late night parties and dances

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

SLE is an autoimmune disease and exposure to ultraviolet light can exacerbate symptoms. Tanning beds are a source of ultraviolet light and should be avoided by individuals with SLE. Manicures, pedicures, daily hair shampoos, and attending late-night parties do not have a direct impact on SLE symptoms. However, stress and lack of sleep from attending late-night parties may contribute to increased disease activity.

A Teenage Girl Has Recently Been Diagnosed with Systemic Lupus