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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. Human papilloma virus
vasoconstrictor
Hypotonic
HPV
narrow spectrum
2. An X- linked recessive disorder in Which blood fails to clot properly - leading to excessive bleeding if injured.
herpes
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
Nursing assistant
Hemophilia
3. A corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
lithium toxicity
Antidote for Mag Sulfate?
dexamethasone
4. Is a skin eruption caused by one of the two families of herpesvirus - herpes simplex or herpes zoster.
Intradermal injections
herpes
bacteriacidal
Supine
5. Holinergic or parasympathomimetic used to treat functional urinary retention; mimics action of acetylcholine
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
sacs (or pockets)
Nursing assistant
Bethanechol (Urecholine)
6. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'
diverticular disease
Abduction
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Broca's area lesion
7. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.
Respiratory alkalosis
Lithotomy
retrovirus
Medications for perioperative
8. Medications used to treat ___ must be given continuously and on time throughout the client's life to maintain therapeutic blood levels.
ethical
smaller to larger
polycythemia vera
epilepsy
9. A ___ is implemented after occupational exposure to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) - which involves drug tx and ongoing HIV antibody tests.
postexposure protocol (PEP)
Blood Gas Values
catecholamine
Wheel Chair Positioning
10. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation
Lantus
valium
Sterile Field
Acetaminophen
11. Acetone in urine
Acetonuria
foley cath(male)
Respiratory alkalosis
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
12. Extracellular fluid volume deficit 1. Causes: Loosing more fluid than is taken in a. Vomiting b. Diarrhea c. Diuretics d. Increased respirations e. Insufficient I.V. fluid replacement or PO 2. Manifestations a. Weight loss b. Poor skin turgor c. Dry
Dehydration
Circulatory overload
antidote foe coumadin
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
13. In ___ - symptoms of heart failure often occur earlier - which is possibility due to the higher rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension)
African Americans
traumatic brain injury
meds used for antipyretic - inflamm - and analgesia
sudafed
14. 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
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
Spread of Infection
sacs (or pockets)
lithium toxicity
15. 85 - 115 mEq/l
Addisonian crisis
Cl
1000mg
Risk Factors for operations
16. 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
Inderal
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
Bethanechol (Urecholine)
17. Onset:15-30mins. - clear - peak: 30-11/2 - duration: 3-4 hrs. - mix with intermed. - reg - short
Humulog
Supine
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Dehydration
18. Stop feeding q 4-8 hrs to check residual - flush q 4-6
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
when mixing insulins
1000mg
continuous feeding tube(pump)
19. Analgesic - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory
Prone
Aspirin
Hyponatremia
pernicious anemia
20. Causative agent --> reservoir -->portal of exit --> Mode of transmission -->portal of entry-->susceptible host
1 qt
Spread of Infection
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
larger to smaller
21. Autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura is seen with multiple small hemorrhages in the skin. Decreased in number of circulating ___.
sterile wound irrigation
sliding scale
platelets
polycythemia vera
22. 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
diabetes insipidus
Regular insulin
Isotonic
nitroglycerin
23. Vitamin k
Immediate Post - Op Care
Aldosterone
Splenic Sequestration
antidote foe coumadin
24. Head lower than trunk and feet 2. Uses a. Shock - sometimes b. Prolapsed cord when mother not in hospital; Increases venous return
epilepsy
Cheyenne Strokes
pernicious anemia
Trendelenburg
25. Less osmotic pressure than blood serum - hydrates cells a. Tap water b. Sodium chloride less than 0.9%
side effects of barbituates
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
Hypotonic
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
26. A generalized reaction to contaminated equipment or solutions a. Manifestations 1) Chills and fever 30-60 minutes after start of infusion 2) Flushing - sudden pulse increase 3) Backache - headache 4) Nausea - vomiting 5) Hypotension - vascular collap
ischemia
Intradermal injections
Aspirin
Bacteremia
27. Dermatologic
epilepsy
nitroglycerin
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
lanolin
28. Generalized infection throughout body
when mixing insulins
Risk Factors for operations
septicemia
transdermal patch
29. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine
nephrotoxicity
Risk Factors for operations
dramamine
African Americans
30. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.
apply heat or cold day after surgery?
diverticular disease
Pineal gland Lesion
Adduction
31. Lack of mature erythrocytes caused by inability to absorb vitamin B12 into the body
pernicious anemia
diabetes mellitus (DM)
Pons lesion
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
32. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively
Cardiogenic Shock
medically controlled coma
smaller to larger
Metabolic acidosis
33. Excessive thirst (as in cases of diabetes or kidney dysfunction)
polydipsia
phenazopyridine
transdermal meds
Pel Epstein fever
34. 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
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
systemic hypoxia
nephrotoxicity
Hyperkalemia
35. Made in the hypothalamus and stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water
Adduction
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
diverticular disease
36. Suffocation
HRT
Hemophilia
Asphyxia
prilosec
37. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation
Decision Tree Step 3?
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?
Reed - Sternberg cell
captopril
38. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
6 rights of medication administration
eye meds(opthalmic)
1 pt
Metabolic alkalosis
39. Monitor K+
when on lasix
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
eye ointments
Superficial thrombophlebitis
40. 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
Restraints
Addison disease
nthelminthic enema
causes of hypoglycemia
41. Hormone Replacement Therapy
septicemia
Sterile Field
Sim's
HRT
42. Emergency care can be given to stabilize patient who is not able to give consent. 2. Age of majority is eighteen 3. Unconscious adults need permission for care by parents or spouse if married. 4. Persons who are not alert or have been given mind alte
before surgery the pt. should stop using
Pineal gland Lesion
Informed consent
eye ointments
43. Resp. depression
larger to smaller
first sign of narcotic OD
Respiratory acidosis
transdermal meds
44. Retards bacteria growth
bacteriostatic
gastroenteritis
quickest absorption
1 ml
45. Is a route of parenteral medication adm near the base of the spine - most commonly used for administering an anesthetic for pain management. Most commonly used in first and second stages of labor and for pain relief.
Respiratory acidosis
Circulatory overload
polycythemia vera
epidural
46. 1/8 tsp
Heat
traumatic brain injury
1 pinch
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
47. Meds used to treat constipation
ototoxicity
Hypertonic
gaze palsy
cathartic
48. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm
metformin (Glucophage).
Immediate Post - Op Care
Semi - Fowler's
septicemia
49. Dislodging of needle causes fluid to infiltrate tissues a. Manifestations 1) Edema - blanching - puffiness on under surface of arm 2) Discomfort 3) Slow drip rate 4) Cool to the touch 5) Necrosis and sloughing of tissue with certain drugs (Levophed)
Infiltration
Metabolic alkalosis
diabetes insipidus
IM meds
50. Down and back
nitroglycerin
ear meds/ 3 and under
s/sx of hypoglycemia
Lithotomy