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1. 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.






2. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -






3. 5th Intercostal space - left side sternal border






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






5. Has regular insulin in it already






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






7. Made in the adrenal cortex b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water and get rid of potassium






8. Manifestations 1) Hypotension - cyanosis - tachycardia 2) Increased venous pressure - loss of consciousness b. Prevention 1) Run fluid through tubing and needle or catheter to force air out before starting infusion 2) When using glass bottle - change






9. Loss of defective memory






10. Diplopia - internal strabismus - VI and VII involvement - contralateral hemisensory and hemiparesis loss issilateral cerebellar ataxia






11. 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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12. The loss of the right or left half of the field of vision in both eyes.






13. Homonymous hemianopsia - partial szs w/limited visual phenomena






14. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts






15. Is an abnormal increase in the number of RBC's granulocytes - and thrombocytes - leading to an increase in blood volume and viscosity (thickness).






16. Full thickness skin loss with severe destruction - necrosis - or damage to muscles - bone - or supporting structures






17. Hypertension is sometimes called a ___ disease because many clients are symptom free until complications arise - which can occur decades after the hypertension first begins.

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18. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 20 4. Cause: hyperventilation; rebreathe CO2






19. Made in the hypothalamus and stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water






20. Retards bacteria growth






21. Antidepressant.......MAOI inhibitor.....Relieves depression......Nardil..food without tyramine






22. 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






23. 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






24. The nurse recognizes that one of the risks with ___ is increased risk of heart disease - pulmonary embolism - stroke - and breast and endometrial cancers.






25. Meds used to treat constipation






26. 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






27. Symptoms of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia include pallor - jaundice - fatigue - weight loss - neurologic symptoms and in particular a ___.






28. Legs up in stirrups 2. Uses a. Gyn exams b. Perineal surgery 3. Increases risk of venous stasis and deep vein thrombophlebitis






29. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.






30. Inflammation and pain






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






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






33. Infection






34. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia






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






36. Excessive thirst (as in cases of diabetes or kidney dysfunction)






37. 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.






38. Stiff joints






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






40. A bleeding disorder characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood - which impairs the clotting process






41. Decreases RR






42. Patient pushes button and receives IV analgesia 2. Device has preset dose and frequency limits 3. Nurse must instruct patient in use of device 4. Nurse must continue to assess patient for a. Pain b. Pain relief c. Side effects (vital signs) 5. Studie






43. 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






44. Only insulin that can be given IV






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






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






47. 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






48. Read 48-72 hrs later - inject 0.1 ml - assess for induration(hard bump) - measure in mm - greater than 5 mm is queestionable - 5-10 need CXR - redness indicates localized reaction not a concern - problem is induration






49. Is the in ability of the heart to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs. Symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremities - and a persistent - dry cough due to fluid congestion in the lungs.






50. Patient is moved all at once so there is no twisting of spine B. One person moves the head and shoulders C. Second person moves the feet and legs at the same time D. Turning sheet may be helpful E. Place the bed in a high position to promote good bod