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NCLEX General

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






2. Topical agents designed to absorb through skin for systemic effects






3. 120 ml most common - prep for colon exams






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






5. Onset:1-2hr. - clear - no peak - duration:24 hrs. - cannot be combined






6. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -






7. Sheck of proper placement - note last patchplacement - clean skin - inital/date/time






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






9. Patient pushes button and receives IV analgesia 2. Device has preset dose and frequency limits 3. Nurse must instruct patient in use of device 4. Nurse must continue to assess patient for a. Pain b. Pain relief c. Side effects (vital signs) 5. Studie






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






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. Inflammation and pain






13. May occur when changing bags - opening line






14. 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






15. 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






16. Head up 20 to 30 degrees 2. Reduces intracranial pressure; good for head injuries and craniotomies 3. Good for cervical neck surgery

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17. Contralateral thalamus pain - contralateral hemisensory loss.






18. Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach






19. Given in small amounts bc is retained






20. Check lung sounds q shift for crackles

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21. Immobilized patient at risk for orthostatic hypotension 2. After prolonged period of immobility - gradually sit patient up






22. Left






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






24. Used to tx symptoms of menopause - hormone replacement therapy involves the administration of ___ combination medications.






25. Onset:1-4hr. - cloudy - peak:6-10hrs. - duration:10-16 - up to 24 hrs. - cannot mix!!






26. 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).






27. Increases heart rate






28. 135 - 145 mEq/l






29. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea






30. On left side with lower arm behind the back 2. Good position for administering enema

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31. 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






32. Inadequate blood supply to the vital organs: the brain - heart and kidneys; inadequate circulating volume. Manifestations A. Pulse pressure decreases B. Blood pressure deceases C. Urine output decreases (ADH and Aldosterone) D. Pulse increases E. Res






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






34. Headache - rash - sensitivity to light






35. 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






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






37. Acts of both omission and commission. 2. Failure to provide care that a reasonably prudent heath care professional would provide in the given circumstances. 3. Failure to provide care that meets the accepted standards of care - or giving care that re






38. Purposes 1. Relaxes muscle spasm 2. Softens exudate for removal 3. Vasodilates; hastens healing 4. Localizes infection 5. Reduces congestion 6. Relaxes - comforts






39. 16 oz






40. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute






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






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






43. 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






44. 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






45. Cold vasoconstricts and controls bleeding and swelling 2. Local anesthetic effect 3. Intermittently applied 4. Sterile technique for open wound






46. Patient is moved all at once so there is no twisting of spine B. One person moves the head and shoulders C. Second person moves the feet and legs at the same time D. Turning sheet may be helpful E. Place the bed in a high position to promote good bod






47. The 55-yr - old male client has recently been diagnosed with ___. The nurse recognizes that this dx increases the client's risk of coronary heart disease - myocardial infarction - and peripheral vascular disease.






48. 22 - 29 mEq/l






49. 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






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