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NCLEX General

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1. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs






2. Distinguished from other lymphomas by the presence of large - cancerous lymphocytes known as Reed - Sternberg cells - causes seriously enlarged lymph nodes - produces a Pel Epstein fever which comes and goes. Diagnosis based upon tissue biopsy and pr

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






4. Manifestations 1) Muscle weakness 2) Weak pulse and ECG changes b. Causes 1) Potassium depleting diuretics 2) Burns 3) Diarrhea - colitis 4) Vomiting c. Management: Potassium replacement -- DO Not give Digoxin






5. 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.






6. Excessive mucous and high pitched cry but happens later after birth(16hrs)






7. Atbs that are effective agaist a few mo's






8. Fever that waxes and wanes - is associated with Hodgkins Lymphoma






9. Administer bronchodilators before other meds






10. Dermatologic






11. This is an acute episode of severe symptoms - brought on by fever - dehydration altitude - vomiting - emotional distress - fatigue - alcohol consumption - pregnancy or excessive physical activity. Precipitated by hypoxia; provide pain relief - provid






12. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant






13. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations






14. Loss of defective memory






15. 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






16. Same osmotic pressure as in the cell Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) b. Dextrose 5% in water c. Lactated Ringer's






17. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2






18. Lubricate '5-7' of tubing - retract foreskin - advance cath 5-7' or until urine return - inflate balloon - pull out - back 1 - return foreskin






19. 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.






20. 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






21. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






22. A focal seizure that begins with an uncontrolled stiffening or jerking of the body asuch as the finger - mouth - or foot that may progress to a generalized seizure.






23. 135 - 145 mEq/l






24. 1 kg






25. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements






26. Manifestations 1) Muscle weakness 2) ECG changes b. Causes 1) Renal failure 2) Acidosis c. Management 1) Kayexalate by mouth or retention enema - reduces serum potassium 2) Insulin and glucose IV






27. 30 ml of air and listen to stomach - aspirate stomach contents(should be cloudy - green - bloody - brown) - ph of aspirate - x- ray






28. Onset:1-2hr. - clear - no peak - duration:24 hrs. - cannot be combined






29. Head at 90 degrees 2. Used for persons with COPD

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30. In sickle cell crisis - jaundice may be present from RBC destruction and release of ___.






31. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.






32. 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






33. —pentamidine is an antiprotozoal agent used to prevent and/or treat Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP) - a common opportunistic infection in AIDS patients; manifestations of PCP usually include coughing - fever - dyspnea - fatigue - and weight loss






34. Contralateral dystonia - Contralateral choreoathetosis






35. Form of shock associated with adrenocortical insufficiency and characterized by profound hypotension and electrolyte imbalances.






36. Atbs that are effective against many organisms






37. A large multinucleated or multilobed cell with inclusion body- like nucleoli surrounded by a halo of clear nucleoplasm and must be present to dx Hodgkin's Lymphoma.






38. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 58 3. HCO3 32 4. pO2 60 5. Respiratory Acidosis - hypoxia 5. Causes: COPD - lung cancer






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






40. Human papilloma virus






41. 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






42. Emergency care can be given to stabilize patient who is not able to give consent. 2. Age of majority is eighteen 3. Unconscious adults need permission for care by parents or spouse if married. 4. Persons who are not alert or have been given mind alte






43. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






44. Neurotransmitters that play important role in body's stress response






45. Promotes circulation






46. 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






47. Antianginal med used in heart attacks






48. Prevent circulation






49. Does Maslow Fit? If NO - alre all answers physical or are all answers pschosocial? If yes - eliminate psychosocial - Does the physical needs make sense? Then apply your ABC's






50. An X- linked recessive disorder in Which blood fails to clot properly - leading to excessive bleeding if injured.