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NCLEX General

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1. Human papilloma virus






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






3. A corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation






4. Is a skin eruption caused by one of the two families of herpesvirus - herpes simplex or herpes zoster.






5. Holinergic or parasympathomimetic used to treat functional urinary retention; mimics action of acetylcholine






6. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'






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






8. Medications used to treat ___ must be given continuously and on time throughout the client's life to maintain therapeutic blood levels.






9. A ___ is implemented after occupational exposure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) - which involves drug tx and ongoing HIV antibody tests.






10. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation






11. Acetone in urine






12. Extracellular fluid volume deficit 1. Causes: Loosing more fluid than is taken in a. Vomiting b. Diarrhea c. Diuretics d. Increased respirations e. Insufficient I.V. fluid replacement or PO 2. Manifestations a. Weight loss b. Poor skin turgor c. Dry






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






14. 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






15. 85 - 115 mEq/l






16. 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






17. Onset:15-30mins. - clear - peak: 30-11/2 - duration: 3-4 hrs. - mix with intermed. - reg - short






18. Stop feeding q 4-8 hrs to check residual - flush q 4-6






19. Analgesic - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






20. Causative agent --> reservoir -->portal of exit --> Mode of transmission -->portal of entry-->susceptible host






21. Autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura is seen with multiple small hemorrhages in the skin. Decreased in number of circulating ___.






22. 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






23. Vitamin k






24. Head lower than trunk and feet 2. Uses a. Shock - sometimes b. Prolapsed cord when mother not in hospital; Increases venous return






25. Less osmotic pressure than blood serum - hydrates cells a. Tap water b. Sodium chloride less than 0.9%






26. A generalized reaction to contaminated equipment or solutions a. Manifestations 1) Chills and fever 30-60 minutes after start of infusion 2) Flushing - sudden pulse increase 3) Backache - headache 4) Nausea - vomiting 5) Hypotension - vascular collap






27. Dermatologic






28. Generalized infection throughout body






29. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine






30. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.






31. Lack of mature erythrocytes caused by inability to absorb vitamin B12 into the body






32. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively






33. Excessive thirst (as in cases of diabetes or kidney dysfunction)






34. 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






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






36. Suffocation






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






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






39. Monitor K+






40. Follow physician's orders B. Do not apply without order except in emergency C. Use least restraint possible D. Each unit should have a written protocol E. Check patient frequently for safety F. Loosen restraints every 2 hours G. Do not use as punishm






41. Hormone Replacement Therapy






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. Resp. depression






44. Retards bacteria growth






45. Is a route of parenteral medication adm near the base of the spine - most commonly used for administering an anesthetic for pain management. Most commonly used in first and second stages of labor and for pain relief.






46. 1/8 tsp






47. Meds used to treat constipation






48. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm






49. Dislodging of needle causes fluid to infiltrate tissues a. Manifestations 1) Edema - blanching - puffiness on under surface of arm 2) Discomfort 3) Slow drip rate 4) Cool to the touch 5) Necrosis and sloughing of tissue with certain drugs (Levophed)






50. Down and back