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NCLEX General

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






2. Dermatitis is an ___ of the skin that produces an itchy - red rash.






3. Inflammation and pain






4. 3 tsp






5. Slows down mental/physical processes






6. A decrease in total blood volume such as hemorrhage - transfusions






7. 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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8. #1 is abdomen - #2 is arm - #3 is buttock






9. No more than 750-1000ml's can be taken out at a time or will cause shock






10. Vasoconstrictor (trade names Privine and Sudafed) used in nasal sprays to treat symptoms of nasal congestion and in eyedrops to treat eye irritation






11. 1000 g






12. Straight back






13. Sedative/hypnotic - a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles






14. Act by altering perception of and response to pain 2. Act on the central nervous system 3. Adverse reactions a. Depress respirations b. Decrease alertness c. Decrease coughing d. Decrease blood pressure and pulse e. Slow peristalsis f. Constrict pupi






15. Shake med - have pt breathe out - when starts to inhale press down - have the pt hold breath for 10 seconds - wait 1 min befroe next dose






16. 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






17. The pain usually comes prior to nausea and vomiting;






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






19. 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






20. 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.






21. Manifestations 1) Tenderness and pain in vein 2) Edema and redness at site 3) Warmth b. Management 1) Cold compresses immediately to relieve pain and inflammation 2) Follow with moist warm compresses to stimulate circulation and promote absorption






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






23. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.






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






25. Legs up in stirrups 2. Uses a. Gyn exams b. Perineal surgery 3. Increases risk of venous stasis and deep vein thrombophlebitis






26. Protamine sulfate






27. Coma - dilated pupils - extensor posturing - Cheyne Stokes respirations (progressively deeper breathing followed by apnea)






28. Rescue Alarm Contain Evacuate






29. Befor administering squeeze a small amount out and apply thin layer - blink






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






31. Made in the adrenal cortex b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water and get rid of potassium






32. May occur when changing bags - opening line






33. Suffocation






34. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h






35. Acetone in urine






36. Needle does not puncture dura. Spinal headache unlikely. 2. Once sensation and motion return patient may be in any position that is satisfactory for the procedure.






37. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h






38. 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






39. 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






40. Renal disorder characterized by the production of large volumes of pale dilute urine






41. Commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema






42. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






43. 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






44. Motor dysphasia

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45. Patient is likely to be taking isoniazid (INH); INH is a mainstay in prevention and treatment of tuberculosis - used in combination with other antitubercular drugs if the disease is active; vitamin B6 is given to prevent the peripheral neuropathy - d






46. Apply cold to prevent swelling - bleeding and relive pain






47. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F






48. A dangerous condition in which the body tissues and cells do not have enough oxygen






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






50. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs