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1. The nurse should perform a detailed assessment to determine whether the client is experiencing ___ - because certain drugs - and other medical and neurologic disorders may mimic the symptoms of depression.






2. Inflammation or redness of the tongue. Often seen in malnutrition.






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






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






5. Look at all options as true/false

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






7. The loss of the right or left half of the field of vision in both eyes.






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






9. Act by altering perception of and response to pain 2. Act on the central nervous system 3. Adverse reactions a. Depress respirations b. Decrease alertness c. Decrease coughing d. Decrease blood pressure and pulse e. Slow peristalsis f. Constrict pupi






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






11. Most common problem: when fluid or med leaks out of vein into tissue - edema occurs - feels cool - fluid in tissue will reabsorb eithin 24 hrs.






12. Human papilloma virus is a common sexually transmitted disease - and a number of subtypes have been shown to contribute to cancers of the ___.






13. A large multinucleated or multilobed cell with inclusion body- like nucleoli surrounded by a halo of clear nucleoplasm and must be present to dx Hodgkin's Lymphoma.






14. Gown - mask - gloves






15. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






16. Dermatologic






17. 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






18. 1000 g






19. 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






20. Constrict blood vessels






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






22. An antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer






23. 60 gtt






24. 3.5 - 5.5 mEq/l






25. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant






26. Ake with meals to reduce side effects of the drug -- e.g. - nausea - vomiting - anorexia - abdominal cramps - fatigue; these effects tend to be mild and to resolve as therapy continues






27. Common for debriding






28. Always given with short acting insulin such as reg/ humulog






29. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency






30. Obesity B. Aging - plus recovery C. Concomitant diseases 1. Cardiovascular a. Danger of congestive failure - avoid fluid overload b. Avoid prolonged immobilization as it may cause venous stasis c. Encourage change of position; avoid sudden exertion 2






31. Sickled cells are sequestered in the spleen - by the time the kiddo is 5 they will have infarced their spleen therefore it happens under the age of 5 and given prophylactic antibiotics up until age 5. results in an emergency spleenectomy - large volu






32. A corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation






33. Resp. depression






34. Emergency life - threatening condition which can occur with spinal cord injuries above T6 after spinal shock resolves - which is 1 to 6 weeks after injury; causes include visceral distension and noxious stimuli such as skin pressure - temperature ext






35. 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






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






37. Able to kill bacteria






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






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






40. Given in small amounts bc is retained






41. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h






42. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






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






44. 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






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






46. Movement of particles from higher to lower concentration






47. Are the answers assessments or implementations? If their a mix of both - read the stem to see if you should assess or implement first and then select answer






48. 1000 ml






49. Fever that waxes and wanes - is associated with Hodgkins Lymphoma






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







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