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NCLEX General

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1. Tom move TOWARDS the midline






2. Antianginal med used in heart attacks






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






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. Early hydrocephalus - papillary abnormalities - Parinaud's Syndrome






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. 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






8. 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.






9. Constrict blood vessels






10. Oral hypoglycemic that decreases blood sugar by stimulating insulin release from the beta cells of the pancreas; prednisone is a corticosteroid that causes hyperglycemia






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






12. Pain relievers r/t opium






13. Wait 5-10 mins inbetween meds






14. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia






15. 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






16. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F






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






18. 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






19. PH 7.35-7.45 2. pCO2 = 35 - 45 3. pO2 = 80 - 100 4. HCO3 = 22 - 26






20. Able to kill bacteria






21. Distinguished from other lymphomas by the presence of large - cancerous lymphocytes known as Reed - Sternberg cells - causes seriously enlarged lymph nodes - produces a Pel Epstein fever which comes and goes. Diagnosis based upon tissue biopsy and pr

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22. Holinergic or parasympathomimetic used to treat functional urinary retention; mimics action of acetylcholine






23. When a client emerges from ___ - the nurse protects the client's airway and monitors the client's vital signs. The nurse then evaluates LOC - reflex status - motor activity - and orients the client to person - place and time as necessary.






24. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs






25. 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






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






27. The pain usually comes prior to nausea and vomiting;






28. 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






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






30. Adjust to retirement C. Adjust to loss of friends - family D. View own death as appropriate outcome of life






31. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.






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






33. O2 sat is less than 93






34. Given in small amounts bc is retained






35. 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






36. 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.






37. Helps destroy intestinal parasites






38. Gloves - mask - gown






39. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation






40. 85 - 115 mEq/l






41. Given right befor meals to control blood sugar






42. Clean gloves - position cliient so drainage runs down - drape - discard gloves - open irrigation tray sterily - pour solution - sterile gloves - open packs - draw up solution - irrigate until runs clear - pat dry






43. Patient on side 2. Prevents aspiration when patient is not fully alert






44. 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






45. Lubricate '5-7' of tubing - retract foreskin - advance cath 5-7' or until urine return - inflate balloon - pull out - back 1 - return foreskin






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






47. Has regular insulin in it already






48. Manifestations 1) Tenderness and pain in vein 2) Edema and redness at site 3) Warmth b. Management 1) Cold compresses immediately to relieve pain and inflammation 2) Follow with moist warm compresses to stimulate circulation and promote absorption






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






50. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts