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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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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. 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.
emphysema
On
endometriosis
hypertension
2. Rescue Alarm Contain Evacuate
Bacteremia
phenelzine sulfate
RACE
eye ointments
3. 1 tsp
High - Fowler's
hypoxia
120 gtts of water
dermatitis
4. Sedative/hypnotic - a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles
phlebitis r/t IV
valium
Diffusion
nephrotoxicity
5. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm
broad spectrum
infiltration r/t IV
septicemia
autonomic dysreflexia
6. In ___ - symptoms of heart failure often occur earlier - which is possibility due to the higher rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension)
catheter embolus
death
epidural
African Americans
7. Same osmotic pressure as in the cell Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) b. Dextrose 5% in water c. Lactated Ringer's
Bacteremia
Isotonic
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
causes of hyperglycemia
8. Given right befor meals to control blood sugar
polyuria
most insulins
Tylenol with codeine and Benadryl
On
9. 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).
acute appendicitis
emphysema
Modified Trendelenburg
dermatitis
10. Gloves - mask - gown
Pons lesion
High - Fowler's
off
larger to smaller
11. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs
suctioning
ted hose
Malpractice
burns Stage II
12. Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
diabetes insipidus
prilosec
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Metabolic acidosis
13. #1 is abdomen - #2 is arm - #3 is buttock
acute appendicitis
tamoxifen
quickest absorption
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
14. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.
Spinal anesthetic
Informed consent
Acetaminophen
nitroglycerin
15. Anesthesia is the partial or complete loss of sensation - and general anesthesia produces a complete loss of sensation (unconsciousneess). It is also referred to as ___.
health screening
septicemia
medically controlled coma
Immediate Post - Op Care
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
neurologic symptoms
Inderal
Air embolism
Sickle Cell Crisis
17. Vitamin k
antidote foe coumadin
HRT
sub - q injections
Abduction
18. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs
topical agents
Nursing assistant
death
1 ml
19. Head lower than trunk and feet 2. Uses a. Shock - sometimes b. Prolapsed cord when mother not in hospital; Increases venous return
Trendelenburg
NPH
diverticular disease
Hypokalemia
20. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.
ototoxicity
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Spinal anesthetic
causes of hypoglycemia
21. May occur when changing bags - opening line
Ego integrity Vs despair
opiate
Osmotic pressure
air embolus
22. 60 gtt
Thalamus Lesion
Modified Trendelenburg
1 tsp
cathartic
23. 1000 ml
Prone
1 L
Hypertonic
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
24. Weight bearing is necessary to keep calcium in the bones 2. Calcium leaving bones may increase risk of kidney stone
Loss of bone density
valium
1 ml
Hypertonic
25. Acetone in urine
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
sickling
foley catheter(woman)
Acetonuria
26. 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
burns Stage I
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
Strategy for 'Select all that apply' on the NCLEX exam
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
27. Can do sterile procedures b. Can give medications except IV meds
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
RACE
tetracycline
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
28. Full thickness skin loss involving subcutaneous damage or necrosis
burns Stage III
Sickle Cell Crisis
1 ml
butorphanol tartrate
29. 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.
tamoxifen
septicemia
Epidural anesthetic
NPH
30. In heart failure - symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremeties and a persistent - dry cough due to ___ in the lungs.
fluid congestion
Change in mental status and confusion
hypoxia
Risk Factors for operations
31. This is an acute episode of severe symptoms - brought on by fever - dehydration altitude - vomiting - emotional distress - fatigue - alcohol consumption - pregnancy or excessive physical activity. Precipitated by hypoxia; provide pain relief - provid
narrow spectrum
ear meds/adult
Sickle Cell Crisis
ototoxicity
32. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations
Circulatory overload
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
herpes
epidural
33. Hang bag above stomach - clamp tubing - fill bag with formula - prime tubing - reclamp tube - attach to tube and open clamp - adjust flow - flush tube with water - disconnect
CVL
Bolus feeding
traumatic brain injury
Atrophy
34. Dermatologic
lanolin
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
general anesthesia
glossitis
35. Diverticular disease is characterized by development of small ___ in the colon wall known as diverticula.
sacs (or pockets)
Negligence
MDI
s/sx of hyperglycemia
36. Manifestations 1) Headache - flushed skin - tachycardia 2) Venous distention 3) Increased venous pressure 4) Coughing - dyspnea - cyanosis 5) Pulmonary edema b. Prevention 1) Check for preexisting heart condition 2) Monitor flow rate of solution 3) P
ear meds/adult
Circulatory overload
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
NSAIDS
37. Check order - clean gloves - loosen dressing - observe wound - measure - rmv gloves - prep sterile field - moisten sterile dressing and clean - dry wound - apply ointments - cover
Osmosis
Nursing care during IV infusions
dry sterile dressing
Splenic Sequestration
38. No longer than 10-20 seconds at a time - allow pt to rest between suctioning - flush cath with NS between suctionings - 80-100 mm is normal adult suction
suctioning
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
39. Commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema
lasix
ear meds/ 3 and under
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
Standard (Universal) Precautions
40. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.
parasthesia
HRT
heparin/lovanox
dry sterile dressing
41. Symptoms of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia include pallor - jaundice - fatigue - weight loss - neurologic symptoms and in particular a ___.
glucocorticoids
Malpractice
beefy red tongue
Respiratory acidosis
42. 6 oz.
1 teacup
s/sx of hypoglycemia
Occipital Lobe Lesion
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
43. Excessive mucous and high pitched cry but happens later after birth(16hrs)
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
larger to smaller
suctioning
foley catheter(woman)
44. Onset:15-30 mins - clear - peak:30-11/2 hr. - duration:3-4 hrs. - can mix with intermed.& short
phenelzine sulfate
Regular insulin
depression
captopril
45. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2
Respiratory alkalosis
Lantus
medically controlled coma
Standard (Universal) Precautions
46. 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
metered dose inhaler
Decison Tree Step 5?
Sim's
1 ft
47. 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
first sign of narcotic OD
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
Heat
medically controlled coma
48. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2
Hypovolemic shock
phlebitis
Respiratory alkalosis
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
49. Toxic effect r/t damage to 8th cranial nerve resulting in dizziness - tinnitus - gradual hearing loss
bilirubin
Sim's
ototoxicity
side effects of barbituates
50. An X- linked recessive disorder in Which blood fails to clot properly - leading to excessive bleeding if injured.
Regular insulin
fluid congestion
Hemophilia
Metabolic acidosis