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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. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation
captopril
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
checking NG tube placement
Narcotic analgesics
2. The pressure demonstrated when a solvent moves through the semipermeable membrane from weaker to stronger concentrations
Osmotic pressure
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
Aplastic Crisis
3. On the person's back 2. Maintains alignment
most insulins
ethical
Supine
High - Fowler's
4. Atbs that are effective against many organisms
Pineal gland Lesion
systemic hypoxia
broad spectrum
Benefit of turning patient to Right side?
5. 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 -
platelets
hypoxia
butorphanol tartrate
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
6. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency
edema
butorphanol tartrate
fluid congestion
cathartic
7. Wasting
alsalva manuever
Antidote for Mag Sulfate?
causes of hypoglycemia
Atrophy
8. Quick sugar source(glucose tabs - 4oz. juice - 6 oz. soda) wait 5-10 mins - recheck sugar - rrepreat if persists
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
causes of hyperglycemia
diverticular disease
Prone
9. Soapsuds - stimulates peristalsis thorugh distention and irritation of colon and rectum - average adult is 500-1000ml
cleansing enema
depressant
s/sx of hypoglycemia
Circulatory overload
10. No red meat - radishes - beets - etc... for 3 days prior to test
stool testing
NPH
butorphanol tartrate
Medications for perioperative
11. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.
ear meds/adult
milliliter
Broca's area lesion
TB testing
12. Extracellular volume excess 1. Causes a. Too many I.V. fluids too quickly b. Decreased kidney or heart function 2. Manifestations a. Cough - dyspnea - rales - tachypnea b. Increased blood pressure c. Increased CVP d. Neck vein distention e. Tachycard
Ego integrity Vs despair
Circulatory overload
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
bilirubin
13. The ___ has been proven to be effective in preventing two of the strains of human papilloma virus (HPV) responsible for a large percentage of cervical cancer cases.
prilosec
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
Gardasil vaccine
Antidote for Mag Sulfate?
14. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 58 3. HCO3 32 4. pO2 60 5. Respiratory Acidosis - hypoxia 5. Causes: COPD - lung cancer
What is the Decision Tree Step 1?
morphine
Respiratory acidosis
Supine
15. May occur when changing bags - opening line
checking NG tube placement
sacs (or pockets)
catheter embolus
air embolus
16. Legs up in stirrups 2. Uses a. Gyn exams b. Perineal surgery 3. Increases risk of venous stasis and deep vein thrombophlebitis
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
health risk appraisal
Na+
Lithotomy
17. Made in the adrenal cortex b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water and get rid of potassium
Aldosterone
carbon dioxide levels
antidote for heparin
medically controlled coma
18. 22 - 29 mEq/l
bicarbonate
ear meds/ 3 and under
Shock
deltoid muscle
19. Check orders - rmv dressing/packing - observe - clean - moisten packing - cover with gauze - initial/date/time
lanolin
wet to dry dressings
burns Stage IV
ted hose
20. Pain relievers r/t opium
opiate
On
glucocorticoids
nitroglycerin
21. 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.
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
1 L
checking NG tube placement
hypertension
22. When opening a sterile package open the first flap away from you B. Never turn your back on a sterile field C. Avoid talking D. Keep all objects within vies; below the waist is not a sterile field. E. Moisture carries organisms through a barrier F. O
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
Sterile Field
septicemia
120 gtts of water
23. Partial thickness loss of skin involving epidermis and/or part of dermis
causes of hypoglycemia
autonomic dysreflexia
burns Stage II
postexposure protocol (PEP)
24. 12 in.
when on steriods watch for
1 ft
wet to dry dressing
Malpractice
25. 6 oz.
dexamethasone
Medications for perioperative
1 teacup
bacteriacidal
26. Resp. depression
catheter embolus
first sign of narcotic OD
pernicious anemia
catecholamine
27. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.
Lantus
drip rate
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Splenic Sequestration
28. Read 48-72 hrs later - inject 0.1 ml - assess for induration(hard bump) - measure in mm - greater than 5 mm is queestionable - 5-10 need CXR - redness indicates localized reaction not a concern - problem is induration
TB testing
digitalis
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
inflammation
29. The goal of ___ in care of the client with herpes is to prevent spread of the virus.
medically controlled coma
standard precautions
when on digoxin
Circulatory overload
30. 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
lasix
Atrophy
Pineal gland Lesion
Bacteremia
31. Onset:1-2hr. - clear - no peak - duration:24 hrs. - cannot be combined
Lantus
Decision Tree Step 4?
butorphanol tartrate
medically controlled coma
32. 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
Circulatory overload
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
Asphyxia
33. 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
Logrolling
Osmotic pressure
beefy red tongue
Negligence
34. Befor administering squeeze a small amount out and apply thin layer - blink
autonomic dysreflexia
eye ointments
tube feeding
Circulatory overload
35. Decreases RR
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
morphine
when on steriods watch for
Superficial thrombophlebitis
36. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'
off
metformin (Glucophage).
drip rate
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
37. Can you Identify the topic of the question? If yes - cont to step 2 - if no read answer choices for clues and the go to step 2
platelets
CVL
Glucotrol
What is the Decision Tree Step 1?
38. 1 kg
2.2lbs.
Hypovolemic shock
depressant
Spread of Infection
39. There is cross - sensitivity between tartrazine and aspirin; an allergic response to one indicates a possible allergic response to the other
ischemia
nitroglycerin
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
health screening
40. 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
when on steriods watch for
pentamidine isethionate
Blood Gas Values
Sickle Cell Crisis
41. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.
fluid congestion
health screening
lasix
Spinal anesthetic
42. Aspirin
Pons lesion
catecholamine
before surgery the pt. should stop using
standard precautions
43. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements
inserting an NG tube
ataxia
diverticular disease
1 qt
44. 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
1 qt
metered dose inhaler
'silent'
Medications for perioperative
45. 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.
smaller to larger
Epidural anesthetic
Lithotomy
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
46. Generalized infection throughout body
Thalamus Lesion
septicemia
Cooling blanket
metformin (Glucophage).
47. Parinaud's syndrome.
Na+
ear meds/adult
fleets enema
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
48. Increases heart rate
Epidural anesthetic
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
causes of hypoglycemia
49. Movement of fluid from lower to higher concentration. Across semipermeable membrane; high concentration of glucose
lasix
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
Osmosis
Hyperkalemia
50. 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
Inderal
Standard (Universal) Precautions
6 rights of medication administration
diabetes insipidus