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NCLEX General

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






2. Aspirin






3. Given right befor meals to control blood sugar






4. Anticoagulants predispose to hemorrhage; discontinue 1-2 weeks before surgery 2. Aminoglycosides (streptomycin - gentamicin) can cause neuromuscular blockade. Anesthesiologist must know. 3. Diuretics may cause electrolyte imbalances and respiratory d






5. Only used for 1-2 ml of med b/c is smaller muscle






6. 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






7. Atb






8. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs






9. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






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






11. 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






12. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia






13. Inflamm of the vessel: caused by irritaition of vessel by needle - cannula - meds. S/S are warnth - swelling - tenderness. IV must be dc'd - warm compress to decrease discomfort






14. Rescue Alarm Contain Evacuate






15. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2






16. 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






17. 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.






18. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






19. Protamine sulfate






20. In the elderly - change in mental status - particularly confusion - is very often the presenting symptom of infection; fever may be absent even when bacteremia or pneumonia are present






21. Wait 5-10 mins inbetween meds






22. Right






23. Chronic syndrome resulting in a deficiency of hormonal secretion of the adrenal cortex with darkening of skin - loss of appetite - and depression






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






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






26. Tom move TOWARDS the midline






27. Deficient oxygen in the blood.






28. Bruising will occur aroun inj. sites - apply pressure for at least 30 seconds - check for bleeding gums - stools - sheck V/S for internal bleeding with anticoagulants






29. Form of shock associated with adrenocortical insufficiency and characterized by profound hypotension and electrolyte imbalances.






30. Patient - time - dose - route - medication - documentation






31. 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






32. Postexposure protocol






33. Painful - tissue engorgement






34. In client with emphysema - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated ___ levels are the main stimuli for respiration.






35. Tinnitus - headache - hyperventilation - agitation - confusion - diarrhea - and sweating; withhold medication and contact the physician






36. 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 -






37. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs






38. 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






39. Lubricate '5-7' of tubing - retract foreskin - advance cath 5-7' or until urine return - inflate balloon - pull out - back 1 - return foreskin






40. 1 g






41. Symptoms of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia include pallor - jaundice - fatigue - weight loss - neurologic symptoms and in particular a ___.






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






43. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F






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






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






47. Is an abnormal increase in the number of RBC's granulocytes - and thrombocytes - leading to an increase in blood volume and viscosity (thickness).






48. 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






49. Parinaud's syndrome.






50. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.