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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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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. Atbs that are effective agaist a few mo's
'silent'
Shock
IM meds
narrow spectrum
2. Topical agents designed to absorb through skin for systemic effects
transdermal meds
endometriosis
Respiratory acidosis
single voided urine specimen
3. 120 ml most common - prep for colon exams
Blood Gas Values
Occipital Lobe Lesion
fleets enema
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
4. An X- linked recessive disorder in Which blood fails to clot properly - leading to excessive bleeding if injured.
checking NG tube placement
deltoid muscle
Hemophilia
On
5. Onset:1-2hr. - clear - no peak - duration:24 hrs. - cannot be combined
1 teacup
Lantus
foley catheter(woman)
Loss of bone density
6. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -
morphine
diabetes insipidus
Infiltration
neurologic symptoms
7. Sheck of proper placement - note last patchplacement - clean skin - inital/date/time
thrombocytopenic purpura
transdermal patch
ototoxicity
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
8. A dangerous condition in which the body tissues and cells do not have enough oxygen
captopril
Abduction
side effects of barbituates
hypoxia
9. Patient pushes button and receives IV analgesia 2. Device has preset dose and frequency limits 3. Nurse must instruct patient in use of device 4. Nurse must continue to assess patient for a. Pain b. Pain relief c. Side effects (vital signs) 5. Studie
causes of hypoglycemia
Patient controlled analgesia
Intradermal injections
Lithotomy
10. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.
nitroglycerin
milliliter
Catapres
Asphyxia
11. 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
diabetes insipidus
Jacksonian seizures
Bolus feeding
ototoxicity
12. Inflammation and pain
air embolus
homonymous hemianopsia
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
quickest absorption
13. May occur when changing bags - opening line
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
air embolus
dermatitis
Ankyloses
14. Higher osmotic pressure than blood serum; causes cells to shrink; pulls fluid out of cells into blood stream a. Dextrose 5% or higher in saline b. Dextrose stronger than 5% in water c. Albumin
Superficial thrombophlebitis
Metabolic acidosis
Hypertonic
infiltration r/t IV
15. 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
Cooling blanket
phenelzine sulfate
neurologic symptoms
sickling
16. Head up 20 to 30 degrees 2. Reduces intracranial pressure; good for head injuries and craniotomies 3. Good for cervical neck surgery
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17. Contralateral thalamus pain - contralateral hemisensory loss.
Thalamus Lesion
bilirubin
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
lithium toxicity
18. Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
On
prilosec
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
Loss of bone density
19. Given in small amounts bc is retained
Intradermal injections
Superficial thrombophlebitis
oil retention enema
ischemia
20. Check lung sounds q shift for crackles
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21. Immobilized patient at risk for orthostatic hypotension 2. After prolonged period of immobility - gradually sit patient up
CVL
depressant
Blood pressure
nitroglycerin
22. Left
Blood pressure
smaller to larger
septicemia
epidural
23. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.
neurologic symptoms
Modified Trendelenburg
diverticular disease
Glucotrol
24. Used to tx symptoms of menopause - hormone replacement therapy involves the administration of ___ combination medications.
continuous feeding tube(pump)
Aldosterone
estrogen and progestin
opiate
25. Onset:1-4hr. - cloudy - peak:6-10hrs. - duration:10-16 - up to 24 hrs. - cannot mix!!
antidote for heparin
Loss of bone density
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
NPH
26. 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).
morphine
dermatitis
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
health screening
27. Increases heart rate
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
Pineal gland Lesion
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
Nursing care during IV infusions
28. 135 - 145 mEq/l
Restraints
Hypovolemic shock
captopril
Na+
29. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea
Asphyxia
tube feeding
medically controlled coma
Metabolic acidosis
30. On left side with lower arm behind the back 2. Good position for administering enema
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31. Capsule can be opened since contents are enteric - coated microspheres; contents should be mixed into a small amount of cool - soft food such as applesauce and the applesauce should then be swallowed immediately without chewing; swallowing whole ensu
Negligence
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
sudafed
32. 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
ear meds/adult
Bolus feeding
urine
33. Diverticular disease is characterized by development of small ___ in the colon wall known as diverticula.
sacs (or pockets)
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
Logrolling
morphine
34. Headache - rash - sensitivity to light
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
Spinal anesthetic
transdermal meds
Pineal gland Lesion
35. Bruising will occur aroun inj. sites - apply pressure for at least 30 seconds - check for bleeding gums - stools - sheck V/S for internal bleeding with anticoagulants
Local cold
heparin/lovanox
Pineal gland Lesion
Lithotomy
36. Patient - time - dose - route - medication - documentation
6 rights of medication administration
Medications for perioperative
Air embolism
dexamethasone
37. Acts of both omission and commission. 2. Failure to provide care that a reasonably prudent heath care professional would provide in the given circumstances. 3. Failure to provide care that meets the accepted standards of care - or giving care that re
hypoxia
Negligence
antidote for heparin
standard precautions
38. Purposes 1. Relaxes muscle spasm 2. Softens exudate for removal 3. Vasodilates; hastens healing 4. Localizes infection 5. Reduces congestion 6. Relaxes - comforts
Heat
causes of hypoglycemia
sliding scale
digitalis
39. 16 oz
transdermal meds
Amnesia
1 pt
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
40. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute
bacteriacidal
health risk appraisal
when on digoxin
Pineal gland Lesion
41. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'
1 lb
off
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
midbrain syndrome
42. Partial thickness loss of skin involving epidermis and/or part of dermis
burns Stage II
cleansing enema
dexamethasone
thrombocytopenic purpura
43. A rare form of diabetes resulting from a deficiency of vasopressin (the pituitary hormone that regulates the kidneys)characterized by the chronic excretion of large amounts of pale dilute urine which results in dehydration and extreme thirst
when on lasix
NPH
diabetes insipidus
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
44. Manifestations 1) Headache - flushed skin - tachycardia 2) Venous distention 3) Increased venous pressure 4) Coughing - dyspnea - cyanosis 5) Pulmonary edema b. Prevention 1) Check for preexisting heart condition 2) Monitor flow rate of solution 3) P
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
Circulatory overload
IM meds
Patient controlled analgesia
45. Cold vasoconstricts and controls bleeding and swelling 2. Local anesthetic effect 3. Intermittently applied 4. Sterile technique for open wound
carbon dioxide levels
Local cold
phenelzine sulfate
transdermal meds
46. Patient is moved all at once so there is no twisting of spine B. One person moves the head and shoulders C. Second person moves the feet and legs at the same time D. Turning sheet may be helpful E. Place the bed in a high position to promote good bod
Logrolling
Blood Gas Values
side effects of barbituates
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
47. The 55-yr - old male client has recently been diagnosed with ___. The nurse recognizes that this dx increases the client's risk of coronary heart disease - myocardial infarction - and peripheral vascular disease.
Shock
diabetes mellitus (DM)
Metabolic alkalosis
Pel Epstein fever
48. 22 - 29 mEq/l
bicarbonate
Addisonian crisis
Hypertonic
metformin (Glucophage).
49. 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
lithium toxicity
sliding scale
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
Ankyloses
50. Apply cold to prevent swelling - bleeding and relive pain
alsalva manuever
Lithotomy
Hypokalemia
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?