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NCLEX General

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1. 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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2. Also known as pernicious anemia - is characterized by an interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells. Interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells - will result in a high number of large - immature cells.






3. Cardiotonic






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. May occur when changing bags - opening line






6. A focal seizure that begins with an uncontrolled stiffening or jerking of the body asuch as the finger - mouth - or foot that may progress to a generalized seizure.






7. 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






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






9. Aspirin






10. Deficient oxygen in the blood.






11. 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.






12. The goal of ___ in care of the client with herpes is to prevent spread of the virus.






13. Manifestations 1) Muscle weakness 2) Weak pulse and ECG changes b. Causes 1) Potassium depleting diuretics 2) Burns 3) Diarrhea - colitis 4) Vomiting c. Management: Potassium replacement -- DO Not give Digoxin






14. 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






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






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






17. Excessive mucous and high pitched cry but happens later after birth(16hrs)






18. Calcium Gluconate






19. Antihistamine and antiemetic - used to treat motion sickness






20. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis






21. 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






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






23. 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






24. Receptive dysphasia






25. Look at all options as true/false

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26. Lukewarm or tepid water b. Compresses on wrists - ankles - armpits - or groin to speed cooling c. Prevent shivering






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






28. 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.






29. Place in semi - fowler's - open sterile suction cath - gloves as ordered - pick up sterile cath and connect to suction tubing - moisten cath with saline - insert through nostril with no suction - suction about 10 seconds - repeat






30. Are all answers physical? If NO - proceed to step 5. If Yes - Apply ABC's






31. 5th Intercostal space - left side sternal border






32. Headache - rash - sensitivity to light






33. Acetone in urine






34. Wasting






35. In heart failure - symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremeties and a persistent - dry cough due to ___ in the lungs.






36. 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






37. Too much insulin - no food - too much/intense exercise - onset - sudden






38. Act on local tissue






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






40. Early hydrocephalus - papillary abnormalities - Parinaud's Syndrome






41. Check balloon for patency - non dom hand open labia - dom hand cleans - insert cath 2-3' until urine returns - inflate balloon - pull back - push 1 more ' - document






42. Being ___ is acting in accordance with a set of standards of conduct. Nursing organizations have established a code of conduct that provides ethical guidelines for nursing practice.






43. Head injury is one of the most common causes of ___ and disability in the U.S.






44. Motor dysphasia

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45. Gloves - mask - gown






46. Bile in urine






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






48. 45-90 degree angle - 25G needle - 1/2-1' length - below dermis/above muscle






49. 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






50. 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