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NCLEX General
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nclex
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health-sciences
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nursing
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
heart failure
Glucotrol
prilosec
Decison Tree Step 5?
2. Down and back
What is the Guaiac Test?
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
ear meds/ 3 and under
catecholamine
3. Hang bag above stomach - clamp tubing - fill bag with formula - prime tubing - reclamp tube - attach to tube and open clamp - adjust flow - flush tube with water - disconnect
checking NG tube placement
Cheyenne Strokes
diabetes insipidus
Bolus feeding
4. Only insulin that can be given IV
Hypernatremia
Regular insulin
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Lithotomy
5. Decreases RR
opiate
foley cath(male)
dexamethasone
morphine
6. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory
endometriosis
Narcan or Noloxene
NSAIDS
estrogen and progestin
7. In clients with ___ - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated carbon dioxide levels are the main stimuli for respiration.
causes of hyperglycemia
emphysema
Epidural anesthetic
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
8. Sheet between patient and cooling blanket b. Prevent skin damage c. Change position frequently d. No shivering: Muscle relaxant may be given if patient shivering
1 lb
Wheel Chair Positioning
Cooling blanket
Nursing assistant
9. Diplopia - internal strabismus - VI and VII involvement - contralateral hemisensory and hemiparesis loss issilateral cerebellar ataxia
Medications for perioperative
Pons lesion
emphysema
CVL
10. Atb
burns Stage I
tetracycline
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
Local cold
11. Follow physician's orders B. Do not apply without order except in emergency C. Use least restraint possible D. Each unit should have a written protocol E. Check patient frequently for safety F. Loosen restraints every 2 hours G. Do not use as punishm
Restraints
quickest absorption
Loss of bone density
Spinal anesthetic
12. Retards bacteria growth
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?
NPH
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
bacteriostatic
13. What disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone? This condition is characterized by chronic - worsening fatigue and muscle weakness - loss of appetite - and weight loss.
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14. Manifestations 1) Hypotension - cyanosis - tachycardia 2) Increased venous pressure - loss of consciousness b. Prevention 1) Run fluid through tubing and needle or catheter to force air out before starting infusion 2) When using glass bottle - change
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
Air embolism
Catapres
first sign of narcotic OD
15. Shake med - have pt breathe out - when starts to inhale press down - have the pt hold breath for 10 seconds - wait 1 min befroe next dose
metered dose inhaler
Precentral gyrus lesion
6 rights of medication administration
Inderal
16. Quickly absorbed - 90 degree angle - 19-23 G needle - 1-2' length - average adult:11/2 - 22G - mandatory to aspirate - purpose is to deposit meds into deep muscle for quick absorption
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
Pons lesion
Blood Gas Values
IM meds
17. Promotes circulation
Respiratory acidosis
Antidote for Mag Sulfate?
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
Side - lying
18. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
Malpractice
Nursing assistant
retrovirus
19. 45-90 degree angle - 25G needle - 1/2-1' length - below dermis/above muscle
Metabolic alkalosis
sub - q injections
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
Precentral gyrus lesion
20. 0.45 kg
1 lb
aspirin toxicity
Informed consent
Standard (Universal) Precautions
21. Antianginal med used in heart attacks
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
vasoconstrictor
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
nitroglycerin
22. Done sub - q into fatty tissue - measured in Units - draw up air prior and insert into vial
Sim's
Insulin
parasthesia
Jacksonian seizures
23. On the person's abdomen 2. Prevents hip flexion contractures
digitalis
RACE
Prone
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
24. Look at all options as true/false
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25. Professional negligence - misconduct - or unreasonable lack of skill resulting in injury or loss to the recipient of the professional services.
Respiratory acidosis
Malpractice
enema
Ankyloses
26. 1cc
drip rate
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
1 ml
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
27. Instruct client to avoid ingesting alcohol when taking drug
hypoxia
Bolus feeding
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
dramamine
28. May occur when changing bags - opening line
Modified Trendelenburg
air embolus
K+
when on digoxin
29. Anticoagulants predispose to hemorrhage; discontinue 1-2 weeks before surgery 2. Aminoglycosides (streptomycin - gentamicin) can cause neuromuscular blockade. Anesthesiologist must know. 3. Diuretics may cause electrolyte imbalances and respiratory d
Medications for perioperative
heart failure
Change in mental status and confusion
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
30. Needle does not puncture dura. Spinal headache unlikely. 2. Once sensation and motion return patient may be in any position that is satisfactory for the procedure.
deltoid muscle
Circulatory overload
causes of hyperglycemia
Epidural anesthetic
31. Local anemia in a given body part sometimes resulting from vasoconstriction or thrombosis or embolism - to hold back blood; decreased blood flow to tissue caused by constriction or occlusion of a blood vessel
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
ischemia
standard precautions
administer 2L O2 when
32. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation
Cheyenne Strokes
dermatitis
IM meds
Acetaminophen
33. Atbs that are effective agaist a few mo's
s/sx of hypoglycemia
narrow spectrum
CVL
digitalis
34. An antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer
before surgery the pt. should stop using
tamoxifen
Adduction
hypoxia
35. Read 48-72 hrs later - inject 0.1 ml - assess for induration(hard bump) - measure in mm - greater than 5 mm is queestionable - 5-10 need CXR - redness indicates localized reaction not a concern - problem is induration
midbrain syndrome
Addison disease
TB testing
Semi - Fowler's
36. Total suppression of urine
suctioning
burns Stage III
Anuria
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
37. Contralateral dystonia - Contralateral choreoathetosis
Narcan or Noloxene
Osmotic pressure
Spread of Infection
Basal ganglia lesion
38. Glaucoma and cataracts (lens becomes opaque) occur frequently 2. Presbyopia (farsightedness of aging) occurs in almost all persons as they age Difficulty seeing in dim light due to loss of light responsiveness Presbycussis: progressive hearing loss a
off
Changes during aging
larger to smaller
oil retention enema
39. Gown - mask - gloves
beefy red tongue
On
phenelzine sulfate
neurologic symptoms
40. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts
enema
cathartic
Ego integrity Vs despair
1000mg
41. #1 is abdomen - #2 is arm - #3 is buttock
when mixing insulins
polydipsia
quickest absorption
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
42. A bleeding disorder characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood - which impairs the clotting process
thrombocytopenia
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
1 tsp
Epidural anesthetic
43. Made in the adrenal cortex b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water and get rid of potassium
1 lb
Aldosterone
glossitis
catecholamine
44. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
1 qt
Metabolic alkalosis
aspirin toxicity
carbon dioxide levels
45. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively
Cardiogenic Shock
depression
polyuria
sacs (or pockets)
46. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h
Metabolic alkalosis
Immediate Post - Op Care
apply heat or cold day after surgery?
narrow spectrum
47. Head at 90 degrees 2. Used for persons with COPD
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48. When a client emerges from ___ - the nurse protects the client's airway and monitors the client's vital signs. The nurse then evaluates LOC - reflex status - motor activity - and orients the client to person - place and time as necessary.
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
autonomic dysreflexia
eye meds(opthalmic)
general anesthesia
49. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea
fluid congestion
CVL
Metabolic acidosis
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
50. Narcotic
beefy red tongue
morphine
foley cath(male)
first sign of narcotic OD