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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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1. 1 kg
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
IM meds
deltoid muscle
2.2lbs.
2. 1 tab with 5 min not exceeding 3 doses
Hyponatremia
1 ft
nitroglycerin
postexposure protocol (PEP)
3. Flush daily with saline or heparin to prevent clots from forming B. Change dressing three times per week C. Check for infection D. Discard 5-10 ml when drawing blood E. In multilumen catheters use ports for designated purpose F. Valsalva's maneuver w
nitroglycerin
Changes during aging
CVL
Epidural anesthetic
4. To slow formation of scar tissue
rotate injection sites
Prone
Sickle Cell Crisis
Aldosterone
5. Patient - time - dose - route - medication - documentation
catheter embolus
6 rights of medication administration
Respiratory alkalosis
neurologic symptoms
6. Changes in color:( red - blue - purple) - temperature changes - and skin stiffness
parasthesia
acute appendicitis
burns Stage I
depression
7. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.
Spinal anesthetic
Atrophy
fluid congestion
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
8. 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.
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
medically controlled coma
Splenic Sequestration
9. 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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10. May occur when changing bags - opening line
air embolus
ear meds/adult
ted hose
1 pt
11. Are all answers physical? If NO - proceed to step 5. If Yes - Apply ABC's
urine
Decision Tree Step 4?
alsalva manuever
Superficial thrombophlebitis
12. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.
parasthesia
dexamethasone
Supine
Air embolism
13. Causes 1) Decreased water intake 2) Increased sodium intake 3) Impaired renal function b. Manifestations 1) Edema 2) Dry - sticky mucous membranes 3) Thirst 4) Elevated temp. 5) Flushed skin c. Management: Give water
Hypernatremia
Side - lying
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
leukemia
14. Professional negligence - misconduct - or unreasonable lack of skill resulting in injury or loss to the recipient of the professional services.
Malpractice
opiate
suctioning
Cheyenne Strokes
15. Increasing dyspnea with periods of apnea
Superficial parietal lobe lesion
Cheyenne Strokes
pentamidine isethionate
2.2lbs.
16. Stiff joints
Ankyloses
traumatic brain injury
Hypernatremia
heparin/lovanox
17. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia
Internal capsule lesion
Bolus feeding
Modified Trendelenburg
parasthesia
18. Is a condition in which Bp is abnormally high. In adults - ___ is dx with Bp readings higher than 140 mmHg systolic or 90 mmHg diastolic after 3 separate readings that are recorded several weeks apart.
hypertension
Basal ganglia lesion
thrombocytopenic purpura
Tylenol with codeine and Benadryl
19. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation
Circulatory overload
estrogen and progestin
captopril
Superficial thrombophlebitis
20. Homonymous hemianopsia - partial szs w/limited visual phenomena
Occipital Lobe Lesion
Diffusion
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
1 L
21. Has regular insulin in it already
Internal capsule lesion
Bethanechol (Urecholine)
NPH
Intradermal injections
22. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.
thrombocytopenic purpura
causes of hypoglycemia
Thalamus Lesion
diverticular disease
23. The nurse recognizes that one of the risks with ___ is increased risk of heart disease - pulmonary embolism - stroke - and breast and endometrial cancers.
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
ted hose
Narcan or Noloxene
transdermal meds
24. 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
wet to dry dressing
nitroglycerin
autonomic dysreflexia
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
25. 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 -
single voided urine specimen
Informed consent
Immediate Post - Op Care
butorphanol tartrate
26. Atbs that are effective against many organisms
Superficial thrombophlebitis
120 gtts of water
broad spectrum
foley cath(male)
27. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute
when on digoxin
Blood Gas Values
epidural
deltoid muscle
28. Quickly absorbed - 90 degree angle - 19-23 G needle - 1-2' length - average adult:11/2 - 22G - mandatory to aspirate - purpose is to deposit meds into deep muscle for quick absorption
IM meds
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
prilosec
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
29. 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
Metabolic acidosis
Aldosterone
Informed consent
Blood pressure
30. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea
Nursing care during IV infusions
Local cold
NPH
Metabolic acidosis
31. 12 in.
Osmosis
infiltration r/t IV
1 ft
1 L
32. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations
infiltration r/t IV
morphine
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
Hyponatremia
33. What is a bleeding disorder that results from a severe reduction in circulating platelets?Can be idiopathic or may be the result of decreased platelet production in the bone marrow - Platelet count less than 75 -000 cells/mm3
thrombocytopenic purpura
metformin (Glucophage).
depression
Circulatory overload
34. PH 7.35-7.45 2. pCO2 = 35 - 45 3. pO2 = 80 - 100 4. HCO3 = 22 - 26
Trendelenburg
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
2.2lbs.
Blood Gas Values
35. Onset:1-4hr. - cloudy - peak:6-10hrs. - duration:10-16 - up to 24 hrs. - cannot mix!!
NPH
phenelzine sulfate
retrovirus
Na+
36. 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.
dramamine
depression
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
Local cold
37. Onset:15-30mins. - clear - peak: 30-11/2 - duration: 3-4 hrs. - mix with intermed. - reg - short
Sterile Field
Humulog
1 kg
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
38. A corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation
dexamethasone
Aspirin
Prone
polyuria
39. Bile in urine
Choluria
Patient controlled analgesia
Hemophilia
Basal ganglia lesion
40. 1000 g
1 kg
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
alsalva manuever
NG tube
41. In ___ - symptoms of heart failure often occur earlier - which is possibility due to the higher rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension)
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
wet to dry dressings
topical agents
African Americans
42. 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.
edema
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
heart failure
Osmosis
43. Retards bacteria growth
systemic hypoxia
foley catheter(woman)
bacteriostatic
beefy red tongue
44. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency
Anuria
impaired asbsorption
when on lasix
edema
45. Decision maker b. Can do complex procedures c. Can give medications via all routes that nurses can give meds d. Is best person for teaching e. Coordinates care f. Performs admission assessments
Atrophy
foley cath(male)
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
Registered Nurse
46. Weight bearing is necessary to keep calcium in the bones 2. Calcium leaving bones may increase risk of kidney stone
oil retention enema
Bacteremia
Broca's area lesion
Loss of bone density
47. Monitor K+
Ego integrity Vs despair
when on lasix
burns Stage III
Change in mental status and confusion
48. Onset:15-30 mins - clear - peak:30-11/2 hr. - duration:3-4 hrs. - can mix with intermed.& short
sub - q injections
Regular insulin
Spinal anesthetic
Risk Factors for operations
49. Movement of fluid from lower to higher concentration. Across semipermeable membrane; high concentration of glucose
Adduction
nthelminthic enema
Osmosis
dramamine
50. Clean eyes - tilt head back - put gtts - apply pressur on inner canthus
administer 2L O2 when
Ego integrity Vs despair
Dehydration
eye meds(opthalmic)