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NCLEX General

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1. Sedative/hypnotic - a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles






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






3. Analgesic - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






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






5. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts






6. Produced by adrenal cortex. Target most cells to promote breakdown of glycogen - fats - and proteins as energy sources; raise blood level of glucose.Cortisol and Cortisone are types of these hormones.






7. 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






8. 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






9. Monitor K+






10. Contralateral dystonia - Contralateral choreoathetosis






11. 1000 ml






12. Loss of defective memory






13. Shaky - slurred speech - weak - seizure - drowsy - sweating - inability to swallow






14. Is the condition in which endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterine cavity - most commonly in the pelvic cavity and responds to hormonal changes of the menstrual cycle.






15. Jacksonian szs - generalized szs - hemiparesis






16. Is a centrally acting alpha - adrenergic used to treat hypertension; apply to nonhairy site every 7 days; side effects include drowsiness - sedation - orthostatic hypotension; heart failure






17. Sudden suppression of RBC production with worsening of anemia and disappearance of reticulocytes in peripheral blood. May be result of PARVOVIRUS infection of bone marrow or sickle cell crisis.






18. What disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone? This condition is characterized by chronic - worsening fatigue and muscle weakness - loss of appetite - and weight loss.

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19. Drowsiness - mood change - depression






20. Contralateral thalamus pain - contralateral hemisensory loss.






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






22. Coma - dilated pupils - extensor posturing - Cheyne Stokes respirations (progressively deeper breathing followed by apnea)






23. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






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






25. Befor administering squeeze a small amount out and apply thin layer - blink






26. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine






27. 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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28. Less osmotic pressure than blood serum - hydrates cells a. Tap water b. Sodium chloride less than 0.9%






29. 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 -






30. Wait 5-10 mins inbetween meds






31. Do not give anything by mouth - position on side - admin glucagon - call 911 - stay with pt.






32. 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






33. Dispose of sharps in puncture - resistant containers B. Do not recap used needles C. Wear protective barriers (gloves - gowns - masks - eyewear) when at risk for exposure to body fluids D. Clean blood spills with soap and water or household bleach 1:






34. Head up 45-60 degrees 2. Reduces venous return and reduces cardiac workload 3. Promotes thoracic expansion 4. Reduces tension on the suture line for persons who have had abdominal surgery 5. Promotes drainage

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35. Patient is likely to be taking isoniazid (INH); INH is a mainstay in prevention and treatment of tuberculosis - used in combination with other antitubercular drugs if the disease is active; vitamin B6 is given to prevent the peripheral neuropathy - d






36. Too much food - ill - too little insulin - decreased activity - infection - stress - onset - hrs to days






37. 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






38. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.






39. Gloves - mask - gown






40. Wasting






41. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute






42. 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.






43. 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






44. Gown - mask - gloves






45. 85 - 115 mEq/l






46. 1cc






47. Stop feeding q 4-8 hrs to check residual - flush q 4-6






48. Antihistamine and antiemetic - used to treat motion sickness






49. 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






50. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 58 3. HCO3 32 4. pO2 60 5. Respiratory Acidosis - hypoxia 5. Causes: COPD - lung cancer