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1. 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.
endometriosis
causes of hyperglycemia
Anuria
thrombocytopenic purpura
2. Assess for signs of circulatory overload 2. Assess urinary output to determine renal function 3. Assess needle site 4. Assess infusion site for signs of infiltration 5. Assess flow rate 6. Assess IV container 7. Assess IV tubing
Cardiogenic Shock
Nursing care during IV infusions
nitroglycerin
Decison Tree Step 5?
3. On left side with lower arm behind the back 2. Good position for administering enema
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4. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation
narrow spectrum
captopril
Inderal
burns Stage III
5. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm
septicemia
Broca's area lesion
midbrain syndrome
Anuria
6. Atbs that are effective agaist a few mo's
narrow spectrum
Cardiogenic Shock
Pons lesion
lithium toxicity
7. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.
lithium toxicity
bacteriostatic
diverticular disease
sterile wound irrigation
8. Apply cold to prevent swelling - bleeding and relive pain
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?
glossitis
health screening
Patient controlled analgesia
9. Full thickness skin loss involving subcutaneous damage or necrosis
hypoxia
burns Stage III
Informed consent
dexamethasone
10. VS - LOC - Skin color - IV infusions - Drainage Tubes - Dressings - DB & C-h
epidural
valium
Immediate Post - Op Care
Aspirin
11. 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
CVL
Shock
nephrotoxicity
sacs (or pockets)
12. Ake with meals to reduce side effects of the drug -- e.g. - nausea - vomiting - anorexia - abdominal cramps - fatigue; these effects tend to be mild and to resolve as therapy continues
metformin (Glucophage).
alsalva manuever
wet to dry dressing
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
13. Instruct client to avoid ingesting alcohol when taking drug
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
Decision Tree Step 4?
Intradermal injections
Asphyxia
14. 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.
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
endometriosis
pernicious anemia
nitroglycerin
15. Tom move TOWARDS the midline
tamoxifen
Adduction
when on lasix
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
16. Used to tx symptoms of menopause - hormone replacement therapy involves the administration of ___ combination medications.
estrogen and progestin
pernicious anemia
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
side effects of barbituates
17. Vitamin k
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
when mixing insulins
antidote foe coumadin
On
18. Treatment of CHF associated with an acute MI - relievs anginal attacks
Addison disease
septicemia
nitroglycerin
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
19. 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.
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
Aplastic Crisis
morphine
eye meds(opthalmic)
20. Lukewarm or tepid water b. Compresses on wrists - ankles - armpits - or groin to speed cooling c. Prevent shivering
systemic hypoxia
Sponge bath
Cooling blanket
Air embolism
21. In heart failure - symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremeties and a persistent - dry cough due to ___ in the lungs.
fluid congestion
suctioning
most insulins
polydipsia
22. The pain usually comes prior to nausea and vomiting;
acute appendicitis
lasix
Malpractice
nitroglycerin
23. Quickly absorbed - 90 degree angle - 19-23 G needle - 1-2' length - average adult:11/2 - 22G - mandatory to aspirate - purpose is to deposit meds into deep muscle for quick absorption
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
meds used for antipyretic - inflamm - and analgesia
health risk appraisal
IM meds
24. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency
Glucotrol
edema
septicemia
glucocorticoids
25. Put air into cloudy first - then clear
Lantus
when mixing insulins
endometriosis
Glucotrol
26. Topical agents designed to absorb through skin for systemic effects
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
transdermal meds
antidote foe coumadin
sudafed
27. Symptoms of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia include pallor - jaundice - fatigue - weight loss - neurologic symptoms and in particular a ___.
beefy red tongue
1 qt
before surgery the pt. should stop using
heparin/lovanox
28. Tinnitus - headache - hyperventilation - agitation - confusion - diarrhea - and sweating; withhold medication and contact the physician
Changes during aging
1 lb
aspirin toxicity
Reed - Sternberg cell
29. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia
Sterile Field
Inderal
Aldosterone
Internal capsule lesion
30. 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
gastroenteritis
Diffusion
Choluria
Catapres
31. Sudden onset of extensive ___ - caused by conditions that cause local or systemic hypoxemia Pain is the most common symptom. Skin changes pallor or cyanosis. Not iron deficient. Open sores and ulcers from poor tissue perfusion. UA has proteins - poor
sickling
1 ft
ear meds/3 and over
wet to dry dressing
32. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs
Jacksonian seizures
IM meds
ted hose
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
33. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine
catecholamine
Air embolism
heart failure
nephrotoxicity
34. Manifestations 1) Headache - flushed skin - tachycardia 2) Venous distention 3) Increased venous pressure 4) Coughing - dyspnea - cyanosis 5) Pulmonary edema b. Prevention 1) Check for preexisting heart condition 2) Monitor flow rate of solution 3) P
Blood pressure
IM meds
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Circulatory overload
35. 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
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
'silent'
Hyperkalemia
Shock
36. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory
sudafed
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
NSAIDS
polydipsia
37. Instruct pt to clean genitalia with soap and water and void approx 60 ml
thrombocytopenic purpura
drip rate
single voided urine specimen
suctioning
38. Reddened - warm area noted around insertion site or on path of vein; discontinue IV - apply warm - moist compresses - restart IV at new site
ischemia
catecholamine
phlebitis
estrogen and progestin
39. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
polydipsia
Superficial thrombophlebitis
administer 2L O2 when
40. To slow formation of scar tissue
thrombocytopenic purpura
most insulins
rotate injection sites
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
41. Total suppression of urine
Decision Tree Step 3?
IM meds
systemic hypoxia
Anuria
42. A cancer of the blood forming organs; 80% of childhood ___; noted for the presence of lymphoblasts which replace normal cells in the bone marrow; blast cells are also see in the peripheral blood; null cell type has best prognosis
nitroglycerin
leukemia
Semi - Fowler's
NPH
43. 135 - 145 mEq/l
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
bacteriacidal
aspirin toxicity
Na+
44. 3 tsp
Local cold
1 T
Choluria
gastroenteritis
45. Reverses effects of other narcotics
RACE
Air embolism
Medications for perioperative
Narcan or Noloxene
46. 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
Basal ganglia lesion
Sterile Field
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
sickling
47. Vit B12 Defiency Anemia is caused from a lack of liver meats - other meats - eggs - milk - increased need - tapeworms and ___.
aspirin toxicity
depressant
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
impaired asbsorption
48. Medications used to treat ___ must be given continuously and on time throughout the client's life to maintain therapeutic blood levels.
burns Stage I
epilepsy
side effects of barbituates
NPH
49. Narcotic
morphine
metered dose inhaler
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
Spread of Infection
50. Onset:15-30mins. - clear - peak: 30-11/2 - duration: 3-4 hrs. - mix with intermed. - reg - short
antidote for heparin
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
Humulog
urine
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