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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.
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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. Cold vasoconstricts and controls bleeding and swelling 2. Local anesthetic effect 3. Intermittently applied 4. Sterile technique for open wound
Pel Epstein fever
sterile wound irrigation
Hypotonic
Local cold
2. Piece obstructing blood flow may have decreased bp - pain along vein - loss of conscoiusness
Decison Tree Step 5?
catheter embolus
nitroglycerin
oil retention enema
3. Acetone in urine
glossitis
topical agents
Acetonuria
Ego integrity Vs despair
4. Also known as a 'health screening' is a test to assess specific areas of physical growth - development - and health status. Different health screenings are done at each age/development stage.
tube feeding
health risk appraisal
Addison disease
CVL
5. 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.
general anesthesia
Adduction
systemic hypoxia
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
6. Form of shock associated with adrenocortical insufficiency and characterized by profound hypotension and electrolyte imbalances.
Low - Fowler's
most insulins
hypoxia
Addisonian crisis
7. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.
parasthesia
Benefit of turning patient to Right side?
Side - lying
diverticular disease
8. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory
Low - Fowler's
Supine
nitroglycerin
NSAIDS
9. 1cc
1 ml
Aspirin
estrogen and progestin
polyuria
10. There is cross - sensitivity between tartrazine and aspirin; an allergic response to one indicates a possible allergic response to the other
TB testing
Epidural anesthetic
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
health risk appraisal
11. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
urine
What is the Guaiac Test?
12. 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
Aldosterone
Addison's Disease
parasthesia
autonomic dysreflexia
13. Promotes circulation
suctioning
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
Thalamus Lesion
Broca's area lesion
14. Contralateral dystonia - Contralateral choreoathetosis
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
ear meds/3 and over
sacs (or pockets)
Basal ganglia lesion
15. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
Pineal gland Lesion
prilosec
wet to dry dressing
Metabolic alkalosis
16. Inflamm of the vessel: caused by irritaition of vessel by needle - cannula - meds. S/S are warnth - swelling - tenderness. IV must be dc'd - warm compress to decrease discomfort
phlebitis r/t IV
CVL
dry sterile dressing
Negligence
17. Inflammation and pain
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?
Acetonuria
catheter embolus
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
18. 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
pernicious anemia
leukemia
Lantus
Shock
19. Given in small amounts bc is retained
Decision Tree Step 4?
oil retention enema
Spinal anesthetic
IM meds
20. Gloves - mask - gown
Pel Epstein fever
Sickle Cell Crisis
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
off
21. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2
Respiratory alkalosis
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
Hypotonic
22. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h
Immediate Post - Op Care
causes of hyperglycemia
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
drip rate
23. Full thickness skin loss involving subcutaneous damage or necrosis
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
burns Stage III
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
24. Narcotic
Aspirin
1 tsp
burns Stage III
morphine
25. 1 tab with 5 min not exceeding 3 doses
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
nitroglycerin
lithium toxicity
health risk appraisal
26. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F
NG tube
Immediate Post - Op Care
Dehydration
retrovirus
27. Manifestations 1) Muscle weakness 2) ECG changes b. Causes 1) Renal failure 2) Acidosis c. Management 1) Kayexalate by mouth or retention enema - reduces serum potassium 2) Insulin and glucose IV
Hyperkalemia
Occipital Lobe Lesion
tamoxifen
medically controlled coma
28. Antihistamine medications are often prescribed for ___ - and the nurse should advise clients that these medications can cause drowsiness and the lcient should avoid operating any type of eqpt (including driving).
side effects of barbituates
Acetaminophen
dermatitis
glossitis
29. To move AWAY from midline
Abduction
K+
NPH
prilosec
30. Cause drowsiness; maintain client safety
Respiratory alkalosis
Changes during aging
morphine
Tylenol with codeine and Benadryl
31. Same osmotic pressure as in the cell Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) b. Dextrose 5% in water c. Lactated Ringer's
Epidural anesthetic
medically controlled coma
Isotonic
Respiratory acidosis
32. 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.
septicemia
morphine
Osmosis
diabetes mellitus (DM)
33. Right
Ankyloses
larger to smaller
foley cath(male)
ear meds/3 and over
34. Atbs that are effective against many organisms
1 ft
1 qt
Shock
broad spectrum
35. Chronic syndrome resulting in a deficiency of hormonal secretion of the adrenal cortex with darkening of skin - loss of appetite - and depression
sterile wound irrigation
Addison disease
retrovirus
Air embolism
36. May occur when changing bags - opening line
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
administer 2L O2 when
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
air embolus
37. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively
Cardiogenic Shock
Heat
Intradermal injections
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
38. Motor dysphasia
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39. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'
Insulin
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
Air embolism
valium
40. Excessive mucous and high pitched cry but happens later after birth(16hrs)
acute appendicitis
Benefit of turning patient to Left side?
suctioning
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
41. 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.
Epidural anesthetic
Standard (Universal) Precautions
standard precautions
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
42. Antidepressant.......MAOI inhibitor.....Relieves depression......Nardil..food without tyramine
Loss of bone density
Malpractice
phenelzine sulfate
nitroglycerin
43. Clean eyes - tilt head back - put gtts - apply pressur on inner canthus
Regular insulin
eye meds(opthalmic)
Shock
Na+
44. Reverses effects of other narcotics
NPH
when on lasix
Narcan or Noloxene
pernicious anemia
45. 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.
1 teacup
Adduction
epidural
inserting an NG tube
46. Medications used to treat ___ must be given continuously and on time throughout the client's life to maintain therapeutic blood levels.
Lantus
Circulatory overload
epilepsy
Acetonuria
47. Follow physician's orders B. Do not apply without order except in emergency C. Use least restraint possible D. Each unit should have a written protocol E. Check patient frequently for safety F. Loosen restraints every 2 hours G. Do not use as punishm
Addison's Disease
sickling
morphine
Restraints
48. Prep formula - check placement(aspirate stomach contents/measure residual) - 'make sure it does not exceed dr.s order - inject r10-20 ml of ai
checking NG tube placement
Ankyloses
Sterile Field
tube feeding
49. Lack of mature erythrocytes caused by inability to absorb vitamin B12 into the body
before surgery the pt. should stop using
Immediate Post - Op Care
dermatitis
pernicious anemia
50. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively
digitalis
Cardiogenic Shock
bacteriacidal
Superficial thrombophlebitis