Systemic Lupus Erythematous

Which complication of SLE may lead to the development of arterial thrombosis which may in turn cause a myocardial infarction?

• Lupus Nephritis

• Antiphospholipid Syndrome

• Cutaneous Lupus Erythematous

• Neuropsychiatric Lupus

Which medication treats SLE by inhibiting B-lymphocyte stimulator proteins, which decreases the survival of B-cells?

• Belimumab

• Hydrochlorothiazide

• Voclosporin

• Prednisone

Which immunization below should a patient taking cyclophosphamide to treat SLE not receive while on the medication?

• HPV

• Pneumococcal

• MMR

• Tdap

Which medication used to treat SLE may cause irreversible retinopathy in patients and requires frequent eye exams during therapy?

• Belimumab

• Anifrolumab

• Azathioprine

• Hydrochlorothiazide

The ________ is a scoring system for SLE disease activity. A score of > 5 is indicative of need for medication in many patients.