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NCLEX General

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1. Assess for signs of circulatory overload 2. Assess urinary output to determine renal function 3. Assess needle site 4. Assess infusion site for signs of infiltration 5. Assess flow rate 6. Assess IV container 7. Assess IV tubing






2. No longer than 10-20 seconds at a time - allow pt to rest between suctioning - flush cath with NS between suctionings - 80-100 mm is normal adult suction






3. Do not give anything by mouth - position on side - admin glucagon - call 911 - stay with pt.






4. Immobilized patient at risk for orthostatic hypotension 2. After prolonged period of immobility - gradually sit patient up






5. 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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6. Adjust to retirement C. Adjust to loss of friends - family D. View own death as appropriate outcome of life






7. Diarrhea is sign of lithium toxicity along with oversedation - ataxia - tinnitus - slurred speech - and muscle weakness/twitching; stop lithium and obtain serum levels when diarrhea present






8. When opening a sterile package open the first flap away from you B. Never turn your back on a sterile field C. Avoid talking D. Keep all objects within vies; below the waist is not a sterile field. E. Moisture carries organisms through a barrier F. O






9. 16 oz.






10. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






11. The goal of ___ in care of the client with herpes is to prevent spread of the virus.






12. PH 7.35-7.45 2. pCO2 = 35 - 45 3. pO2 = 80 - 100 4. HCO3 = 22 - 26






13. Early hydrocephalus - papillary abnormalities - Parinaud's Syndrome






14. Also known as pernicious anemia - is characterized by an interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells. Interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells - will result in a high number of large - immature cells.






15. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -






16. To move AWAY from midline






17. Also known as a 'health screening' is a test to assess specific areas of physical growth - development - and health status. Different health screenings are done at each age/development stage.






18. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.






19. Common for debriding






20. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F






21. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis






22. Given in small amounts bc is retained






23. 1/8 tsp






24. Thirst - frequent urination - fatigue - blurred vision - ketoacidosis - vomiting - dry mouth - very weak - confused - unconscious






25. The nurse should perform a detailed assessment to determine whether the client is experiencing ___ - because certain drugs - and other medical and neurologic disorders may mimic the symptoms of depression.






26. 1 g






27. PH 7.35-7.45 2. pCO2 = 35 - 45 3. pO2 = 80 - 100 4. HCO3 = 22 - 26






28. Place the wheel chair on the patient's strong side B. Position the open part of the chair toward the foot of the bed. C. Have patient stand on strong foot and pivot - then sit in chair






29. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.






30. Renal disorder characterized by the production of large volumes of pale dilute urine






31. Prevent circulation






32. Physiologic needs b. Safety and security c. Love and belonging d. Self esteem e. Self actualization 2. Keep them breathing; keep them safe

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33. Soapsuds - stimulates peristalsis thorugh distention and irritation of colon and rectum - average adult is 500-1000ml






34. On the person's abdomen 2. Prevents hip flexion contractures






35. The pain usually comes prior to nausea and vomiting;






36. On the person's back 2. Maintains alignment






37. Is a route of parenteral medication adm near the base of the spine - most commonly used for administering an anesthetic for pain management. Most commonly used in first and second stages of labor and for pain relief.






38. Can you Identify the topic of the question? If yes - cont to step 2 - if no read answer choices for clues and the go to step 2






39. 60 gtt






40. Atbs that are effective against many organisms






41. Human papilloma virus is a common sexually transmitted disease - and a number of subtypes have been shown to contribute to cancers of the ___.






42. Clean eyes - tilt head back - put gtts - apply pressur on inner canthus






43. Painful - tissue engorgement






44. Always given with short acting insulin such as reg/ humulog






45. No more than 750-1000ml's can be taken out at a time or will cause shock






46. 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






47. Look at all options as true/false

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48. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






49. Sheck of proper placement - note last patchplacement - clean skin - inital/date/time






50. 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.