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NCLEX General

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1. Changes in color:( red - blue - purple) - temperature changes - and skin stiffness






2. Suffocation






3. Partial thickness loss of skin involving epidermis and/or part of dermis






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






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






6. 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






7. Read 48-72 hrs later - inject 0.1 ml - assess for induration(hard bump) - measure in mm - greater than 5 mm is queestionable - 5-10 need CXR - redness indicates localized reaction not a concern - problem is induration






8. 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






9. 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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10. 1000 ml






11. 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






12. Diplopia - internal strabismus - VI and VII involvement - contralateral hemisensory and hemiparesis loss issilateral cerebellar ataxia






13. 10 degree angle - 25-27G needle - 5/8-1/2' needle - barely cover bevel under skin - do not do near a vein - do to the side - used for PPD&allergy testing






14. Diverticular disease is characterized by development of small ___ in the colon wall known as diverticula.






15. On the person's back 2. Maintains alignment






16. O2 sat is less than 93






17. Early hydrocephalus - papillary abnormalities - Parinaud's Syndrome






18. Full thickness skin loss involving subcutaneous damage or necrosis






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






20. 1cc






21. The pressure demonstrated when a solvent moves through the semipermeable membrane from weaker to stronger concentrations






22. Calcium Gluconate






23. Being ___ is acting in accordance with a set of standards of conduct. Nursing organizations have established a code of conduct that provides ethical guidelines for nursing practice.






24. 16 oz






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






26. Caused by a midbrain lesion; vertical gaze center impaired. Sx's: no vertical gaze - dilated and irregular pupils - eyelid abnormalities and impaired convergence. - characterized by impaired upward vertical gaze and loss of the pupillary light reflex

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






28. 6 oz.






29. Soapsuds - stimulates peristalsis thorugh distention and irritation of colon and rectum - average adult is 500-1000ml






30. Movement of fluid from lower to higher concentration. Across semipermeable membrane; high concentration of glucose






31. 120 ml most common - prep for colon exams






32. Antihistamine medications are often prescribed for ___ - and the nurse should advise clients that these medications can cause drowsiness and the lcient should avoid operating any type of eqpt (including driving).






33. Only insulin that can be given IV






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






35. 30 ml of air and listen to stomach - aspirate stomach contents(should be cloudy - green - bloody - brown) - ph of aspirate - x- ray






36. A bleeding disorder characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood - which impairs the clotting process






37. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






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






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






40. Act on local tissue






41. Check lung sounds q shift for crackles

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






43. Administer bronchodilators before other meds






44. Receptive dysphasia






45. Dermatologic






46. 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






47. 1 tab with 5 min not exceeding 3 doses






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






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






50. Treatment of CHF associated with an acute MI - relievs anginal attacks