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1. 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
Air embolism
captopril
when on digoxin
when on lasix
2. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.
epilepsy
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
nthelminthic enema
retrovirus
3. Antidepressant.......MAOI inhibitor.....Relieves depression......Nardil..food without tyramine
eye meds(opthalmic)
Blood pressure
phenelzine sulfate
tetracycline
4. The nurse recognizes that one of the risks with ___ is increased risk of heart disease - pulmonary embolism - stroke - and breast and endometrial cancers.
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
nitroglycerin
most insulins
Addison disease
5. Inadequate blood supply to the vital organs: the brain - heart and kidneys; inadequate circulating volume. Manifestations A. Pulse pressure decreases B. Blood pressure deceases C. Urine output decreases (ADH and Aldosterone) D. Pulse increases E. Res
Shock
Loss of bone density
Sterile Field
Aldosterone
6. Deficient oxygen in the blood.
Decision Tree Step 4?
systemic hypoxia
IM meds
inflammation
7. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F
administer 2L O2 when
Restraints
NG tube
Heat
8. 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
Bolus feeding
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
side effects of barbituates
Cooling blanket
9. Obesity B. Aging - plus recovery C. Concomitant diseases 1. Cardiovascular a. Danger of congestive failure - avoid fluid overload b. Avoid prolonged immobilization as it may cause venous stasis c. Encourage change of position; avoid sudden exertion 2
Risk Factors for operations
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
burns Stage I
ataxia
10. Medications used to treat ___ must be given continuously and on time throughout the client's life to maintain therapeutic blood levels.
1 teacup
epilepsy
depression
Hypokalemia
11. 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
bicarbonate
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
Superficial thrombophlebitis
Air embolism
12. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency
systemic hypoxia
edema
suctioning
Splenic Sequestration
13. On the person's back 2. Maintains alignment
On
Bethanechol (Urecholine)
Supine
narrow spectrum
14. Wasting
fleets enema
Atrophy
African Americans
Asphyxia
15. Purposes 1. Relaxes muscle spasm 2. Softens exudate for removal 3. Vasodilates; hastens healing 4. Localizes infection 5. Reduces congestion 6. Relaxes - comforts
oil retention enema
Strategy for 'Select all that apply' on the NCLEX exam
general anesthesia
Heat
16. Used to tx symptoms of menopause - hormone replacement therapy involves the administration of ___ combination medications.
sterile wound irrigation
estrogen and progestin
Atrophy
Addison disease
17. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.
Metabolic acidosis
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
drip rate
eye ointments
18. Produced by adrenal cortex. Target most cells to promote breakdown of glycogen - fats - and proteins as energy sources; raise blood level of glucose.Cortisol and Cortisone are types of these hormones.
glucocorticoids
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
ted hose
lithium toxicity
19. In the elderly - change in mental status - particularly confusion - is very often the presenting symptom of infection; fever may be absent even when bacteremia or pneumonia are present
Wheel Chair Positioning
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
Change in mental status and confusion
tamoxifen
20. Lack of mature erythrocytes caused by inability to absorb vitamin B12 into the body
morphine
pernicious anemia
1 tsp
when on steriods watch for
21. Decreases RR
ear meds/ 3 and under
morphine
Ego integrity Vs despair
RACE
22. 22 - 29 mEq/l
Abduction
Hypernatremia
bicarbonate
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
23. Anesthesia is the partial or complete loss of sensation - and general anesthesia produces a complete loss of sensation (unconsciousneess). It is also referred to as ___.
Aldosterone
metered dose inhaler
medically controlled coma
captopril
24. Urinary analgesic. For pain with UTIs. May cause urinary discoloration. May cause glomerulonephritis - hepatitis - renal impairment.
Aplastic Crisis
phenazopyridine
antidote foe coumadin
Lantus
25. Pain relievers r/t opium
Hypovolemic shock
sliding scale
Side - lying
opiate
26. 3.5 - 5.5 mEq/l
Respiratory alkalosis
emphysema
causes of hyperglycemia
K+
27. Dermatologic
lanolin
Parinaud's syndrome
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
Addison's Disease
28. PH 7.35-7.45 2. pCO2 = 35 - 45 3. pO2 = 80 - 100 4. HCO3 = 22 - 26
butorphanol tartrate
homonymous hemianopsia
Blood Gas Values
Abduction
29. Vasoconstrictor (trade names Privine and Sudafed) used in nasal sprays to treat symptoms of nasal congestion and in eyedrops to treat eye irritation
Lantus
RACE
sudafed
diabetes mellitus (DM)
30. Onset:15-30mins. - clear - peak: 30-11/2 - duration: 3-4 hrs. - mix with intermed. - reg - short
platelets
gaze palsy
Humulog
sliding scale
31. Caused by a midbrain lesion; vertical gaze center impaired. Sx's: no vertical gaze - dilated and irregular pupils - eyelid abnormalities and impaired convergence. - characterized by impaired upward vertical gaze and loss of the pupillary light reflex
Pel Epstein fever
Parinaud's syndrome
Respiratory acidosis
Dehydration
32. Increases heart rate
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
Low - Fowler's
bilirubin
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
33. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea
hypoxia
Metabolic acidosis
Air embolism
Regular insulin
34. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h
ear meds/ 3 and under
Shock
Immediate Post - Op Care
rotate injection sites
35. Extracellular fluid volume deficit 1. Causes: Loosing more fluid than is taken in a. Vomiting b. Diarrhea c. Diuretics d. Increased respirations e. Insufficient I.V. fluid replacement or PO 2. Manifestations a. Weight loss b. Poor skin turgor c. Dry
lasix
Dehydration
What is the Decision Tree Step 1?
continuous feeding tube(pump)
36. Antihistamine medications are often prescribed for ___ - and the nurse should advise clients that these medications can cause drowsiness and the lcient should avoid operating any type of eqpt (including driving).
most insulins
IM meds
gastroenteritis
dermatitis
37. To slow formation of scar tissue
Abduction
Amnesia
rotate injection sites
death
38. Nausea and vomiting that come before abdominal pain
burns Stage III
tamoxifen
1 lb
gastroenteritis
39. Stop feeding q 4-8 hrs to check residual - flush q 4-6
continuous feeding tube(pump)
On
broad spectrum
1 qt
40. Is the in ability of the heart to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs. Symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremities - and a persistent - dry cough due to fluid congestion in the lungs.
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
homonymous hemianopsia
Prone
heart failure
41. Manifestations 1) Tenderness and pain in vein 2) Edema and redness at site 3) Warmth b. Management 1) Cold compresses immediately to relieve pain and inflammation 2) Follow with moist warm compresses to stimulate circulation and promote absorption
Change in mental status and confusion
diabetes mellitus (DM)
Hyponatremia
Superficial thrombophlebitis
42. Neurotransmitters that play important role in body's stress response
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
Cardiogenic Shock
catecholamine
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
43. Made in the hypothalamus and stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
inserting an NG tube
captopril
1 ml
44. Do not give anything by mouth - position on side - admin glucagon - call 911 - stay with pt.
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
sickling
Superficial parietal lobe lesion
phlebitis
45. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea
Blood Gas Values
Metabolic acidosis
diverticular disease
morphine
46. On left side with lower arm behind the back 2. Good position for administering enema
1 ml
ear meds/adult
Sim's
postexposure protocol (PEP)
47. Shaky - slurred speech - weak - seizure - drowsy - sweating - inability to swallow
Decision Tree Step 3?
depressant
s/sx of hypoglycemia
sudafed
48. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts
when mixing insulins
ototoxicity
lithium toxicity
enema
49. Given right befor meals to control blood sugar
cleansing enema
most insulins
prilosec
tetracycline
50. Fever that waxes and wanes - is associated with Hodgkins Lymphoma
sub - q injections
Patient controlled analgesia
Pel Epstein fever
Internal capsule lesion
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