Systemic lupus erythematosus in pregnancy.

Abstract For the pregnant woman with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), there is a potential for profound effects on perinatal outcome. Because SLE is a multisystem disease, there are numerous effects on and nursing implications for the mother, the fetus, and the newborn that require individual case management. The article discusses SLE in pregnancy as well as appropriate clinical management and therapeutic intervention to assist the perinatal and neonatal nurse in caring for the mother, fetus, and neonate.