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NCLEX General
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Subjects
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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.
Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.
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. Jacksonian szs - generalized szs - hemiparesis
metformin (Glucophage).
dramamine
Precentral gyrus lesion
Standard (Universal) Precautions
2. 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
Change in mental status and confusion
Metabolic acidosis
side effects of barbituates
Ego integrity Vs despair
3. Atbs that are effective against many organisms
broad spectrum
causes of hypoglycemia
Hemophilia
transdermal meds
4. Vitamin k
antidote for heparin
antidote foe coumadin
ischemia
phlebitis r/t IV
5. 6 oz.
1 teacup
lanolin
K+
Hypertonic
6. 1 tab with 5 min not exceeding 3 doses
hypertension
Osmosis
smaller to larger
nitroglycerin
7. Onset:1-4hr. - cloudy - peak:6-10hrs. - duration:10-16 - up to 24 hrs. - cannot mix!!
Intradermal injections
On
Sickle Cell Crisis
NPH
8. Lukewarm or tepid water b. Compresses on wrists - ankles - armpits - or groin to speed cooling c. Prevent shivering
ataxia
phenazopyridine
Sponge bath
Hypernatremia
9. 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.
nthelminthic enema
Hypernatremia
Osmosis
health risk appraisal
10. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 58 3. HCO3 32 4. pO2 60 5. Respiratory Acidosis - hypoxia 5. Causes: COPD - lung cancer
Bacteremia
Respiratory acidosis
rotate injection sites
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
11. Up and back
NPH
ear meds/adult
1 lb
neurologic symptoms
12. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs
Immediate Post - Op Care
Nursing assistant
Trendelenburg
administer 2L O2 when
13. Wait 5-10 mins inbetween meds
On
Sickle Cell Crisis
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
Standard (Universal) Precautions
14. Treatment of CHF associated with an acute MI - relievs anginal attacks
nitroglycerin
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Cardiogenic Shock
Bacteremia
15. Can cause respiratory depression by decreasing rate and depth of respirations; analgesic used for moderate to severe pain; side effects include change in BP - bradycardia -
butorphanol tartrate
nitroglycerin
suctioning
endometriosis
16. 16 oz
side effects of barbituates
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
1 pt
17. 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
Respiratory acidosis
diabetes insipidus
Internal capsule lesion
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
18. Parinaud's syndrome.
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
phenelzine sulfate
Ankyloses
polyuria
19. 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
What is the Decision Tree Step 1?
Basal ganglia lesion
NPH
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
20. 2 pt
topical agents
Immediate Post - Op Care
1 qt
On
21. 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
continuous feeding tube(pump)
glucocorticoids
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
Negligence
22. Atb
digitalis
Sickle Cell Crisis
tetracycline
Medications for perioperative
23. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F
depressant
NG tube
Benefit of turning patient to Right side?
1 ft
24. 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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25. Only used for 1-2 ml of med b/c is smaller muscle
1 lb
deltoid muscle
Metabolic acidosis
Low - Fowler's
26. Reverses effects of other narcotics
Respiratory alkalosis
autonomic dysreflexia
Narcan or Noloxene
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
27. Right
sterile wound irrigation
larger to smaller
bilirubin
Local cold
28. Fluid balance - acid - base - nerve conduction a. Causes 1) Increased perspiration 2) Drinking only tap water 3) GI losses: diarrhea - vomiting - suction 4) Diuretics b - Manifestations 1) Confusion 2) Hypotension 3) Oliguria 4) Muscle weakness 5) Co
broad spectrum
inflammation
Hyponatremia
before surgery the pt. should stop using
29. 12 in.
carbon dioxide levels
narrow spectrum
1 ft
when on lasix
30. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations
Bacteremia
Cl
Heat
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
31. Cause drowsiness; maintain client safety
Tylenol with codeine and Benadryl
Loss of bone density
depression
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
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. Diplopia - internal strabismus - VI and VII involvement - contralateral hemisensory and hemiparesis loss issilateral cerebellar ataxia
deltoid muscle
phenelzine sulfate
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
Pons lesion
34. Clean gloves - position cliient so drainage runs down - drape - discard gloves - open irrigation tray sterily - pour solution - sterile gloves - open packs - draw up solution - irrigate until runs clear - pat dry
when on digoxin
digitalis
CVL
sterile wound irrigation
35. What is the outcome of each remaining answers? Determine if the outcome of each answer is disire and select the correct answer.
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
Decison Tree Step 5?
Superficial thrombophlebitis
Pons lesion
36. Can do sterile procedures b. Can give medications except IV meds
thrombocytopenia
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
tamoxifen
fluid congestion
37. Clean eyes - tilt head back - put gtts - apply pressur on inner canthus
eye meds(opthalmic)
ethical
Asphyxia
suctioning
38. 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
gaze palsy
Hypokalemia
transdermal patch
acute appendicitis
39. Inflammation or redness of the tongue. Often seen in malnutrition.
ethical
bacteriostatic
polycythemia vera
glossitis
40. 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.
carbon dioxide levels
Jacksonian seizures
Basal ganglia lesion
Change in mental status and confusion
41. 1cc
1 ml
before surgery the pt. should stop using
Narcotic analgesics
phlebitis r/t IV
42. Is an abnormal increase in the number of RBC's granulocytes - and thrombocytes - leading to an increase in blood volume and viscosity (thickness).
dry sterile dressing
inflammation
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
polycythemia vera
43. Most common problem: when fluid or med leaks out of vein into tissue - edema occurs - feels cool - fluid in tissue will reabsorb eithin 24 hrs.
infiltration r/t IV
1 kg
Pel Epstein fever
Supine
44. 16 oz.
general anesthesia
1 lb
septicemia
NG tube
45. Weight bearing is necessary to keep calcium in the bones 2. Calcium leaving bones may increase risk of kidney stone
MDI
tamoxifen
Loss of bone density
Patient controlled analgesia
46. Meds used to treat constipation
morphine
eye meds(opthalmic)
Circulatory overload
cathartic
47. Glaucoma and cataracts (lens becomes opaque) occur frequently 2. Presbyopia (farsightedness of aging) occurs in almost all persons as they age Difficulty seeing in dim light due to loss of light responsiveness Presbycussis: progressive hearing loss a
Heat
platelets
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
Changes during aging
48. Less osmotic pressure than blood serum - hydrates cells a. Tap water b. Sodium chloride less than 0.9%
leukemia
Hypotonic
Ego integrity Vs despair
Spread of Infection
49. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing
1 L
apply heat or cold day after surgery?
Shock
Cheyenne Strokes
50. Increases heart rate
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
Standard (Universal) Precautions
Strategy for 'Select all that apply' on the NCLEX exam
suctioning