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NCLEX General

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Meds used to treat constipation






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






3. Check lung sounds q shift for crackles

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4. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






5. 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






6. Onset:15-30 mins - clear - peak:30-11/2 hr. - duration:3-4 hrs. - can mix with intermed.& short






7. Are all answers physical? If NO - proceed to step 5. If Yes - Apply ABC's






8. The nurse recognizes that one of the risks with ___ is increased risk of heart disease - pulmonary embolism - stroke - and breast and endometrial cancers.






9. 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






10. 45-90 degree angle - 25G needle - 1/2-1' length - below dermis/above muscle






11. Patient - time - dose - route - medication - documentation






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






13. An antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer






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






15. 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.






16. In clients with ___ - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated carbon dioxide levels are the main stimuli for respiration.






17. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.






18. 1cc






19. Vitamin k






20. 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).






21. Retards bacteria growth






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






23. 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.






24. Administer bronchodilators before other meds






25. 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






26. Protamine sulfate






27. 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






28. Another name for head injury which is any trauma to the head that can cause soft tissue damage or internal injury to the brain - and often occurs as a result of motor veh crashes - falls and sports.






29. Inflammation or redness of the tongue. Often seen in malnutrition.






30. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation






31. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements






32. Narcotic






33. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






34. Human papilloma virus






35. Hormone Replacement Therapy






36. 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






37. Tom move TOWARDS the midline






38. In ___ - symptoms of heart failure often occur earlier - which is possibility due to the higher rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension)






39. Made in the hypothalamus and stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water






40. Patient on side 2. Prevents aspiration when patient is not fully alert






41. 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.






42. Constrict blood vessels






43. Cause drowsiness; maintain client safety






44. Given in small amounts bc is retained






45. 1 kg






46. 1000 ml






47. Quick sugar source(glucose tabs - 4oz. juice - 6 oz. soda) wait 5-10 mins - recheck sugar - rrepreat if persists






48. Instruct client to avoid ingesting alcohol when taking drug






49. Emergency life - threatening condition which can occur with spinal cord injuries above T6 after spinal shock resolves - which is 1 to 6 weeks after injury; causes include visceral distension and noxious stimuli such as skin pressure - temperature ext






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