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Kawasaki Disease Overview and Management by Gemma FUERTES is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Kawasaki disease is an inflammation of the blood vessels that commonly affects the coronary arteries. A 10-year old girl was admitted with fever, rashes, and red eyes and was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease. The disease causes inflammation in the walls of small to medium blood vessels throughout the body. It is treated with aspirin and intravenous immunoglobulin to reduce the risk of heart complications. The nurse monitors the patient
- Author
- Gemma FUERTES
- Language
- EN