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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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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.
Gardasil vaccine
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
Adduction
captopril
2. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -
Jacksonian seizures
quickest absorption
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
neurologic symptoms
3. 5th Intercostal space - left side sternal border
Informed consent
heart failure
Sterile Field
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
4. A dangerous condition in which the body tissues and cells do not have enough oxygen
hypoxia
Strategy for 'Select all that apply' on the NCLEX exam
Splenic Sequestration
Bolus feeding
5. Has regular insulin in it already
Cooling blanket
morphine
Local cold
NPH
6. Topical agents designed to absorb through skin for systemic effects
HPV
transdermal meds
phlebitis
antidote for heparin
7. Made in the adrenal cortex b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water and get rid of potassium
Gardasil vaccine
prilosec
RACE
Aldosterone
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
carbon dioxide levels
Ankyloses
Side - lying
Air embolism
9. Loss of defective memory
traumatic brain injury
Amnesia
postexposure protocol (PEP)
Atrophy
10. Diplopia - internal strabismus - VI and VII involvement - contralateral hemisensory and hemiparesis loss issilateral cerebellar ataxia
tamoxifen
quickest absorption
Pons lesion
Intradermal injections
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.
oil retention enema
homonymous hemianopsia
MDI
Patient controlled analgesia
13. Homonymous hemianopsia - partial szs w/limited visual phenomena
1 tsp
Insulin
Occipital Lobe Lesion
2.2lbs.
14. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts
Insulin
enema
Metabolic alkalosis
Acetaminophen
15. Is an abnormal increase in the number of RBC's granulocytes - and thrombocytes - leading to an increase in blood volume and viscosity (thickness).
polycythemia vera
dexamethasone
Inderal
CVL
16. Full thickness skin loss with severe destruction - necrosis - or damage to muscles - bone - or supporting structures
1 T
heparin/lovanox
foley catheter(woman)
burns Stage IV
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
Respiratory alkalosis
What is the Guaiac Test?
urine
Immediate Post - Op Care
19. Made in the hypothalamus and stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary b. Causes kidney to retain sodium and water
bacteriostatic
death
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
Apply heat or cold day of surgery?
20. Retards bacteria growth
Immediate Post - Op Care
heparin/lovanox
wet to dry dressing
bacteriostatic
21. Antidepressant.......MAOI inhibitor.....Relieves depression......Nardil..food without tyramine
Antidote for Mag Sulfate?
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
phenelzine sulfate
IM meds
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
1 T
death
sterile wound irrigation
Pons lesion
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
Shock
120 gtts of water
Bolus feeding
Internal capsule lesion
24. The nurse recognizes that one of the risks with ___ is increased risk of heart disease - pulmonary embolism - stroke - and breast and endometrial cancers.
Hypotonic
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
1 teacup
lasix
25. Meds used to treat constipation
wet to dry dressing
cathartic
Registered Nurse
NPH
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
Tylenol with codeine and Benadryl
heparin/lovanox
milliliter
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
27. Symptoms of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia include pallor - jaundice - fatigue - weight loss - neurologic symptoms and in particular a ___.
gaze palsy
Regular insulin
Nursing care during IV infusions
beefy red tongue
28. Legs up in stirrups 2. Uses a. Gyn exams b. Perineal surgery 3. Increases risk of venous stasis and deep vein thrombophlebitis
estrogen and progestin
1 tsp
Lithotomy
dermatitis
29. HIV is a ___ that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) - leading to a loss of immune function and subsequent development of opportunitstic infections.
Superficial parietal lobe lesion
retrovirus
1 ft
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
30. Inflammation and pain
Cardiogenic Shock
alsalva manuever
What are NSAIDs mainly given for
Nursing assistant
31. The pain usually comes prior to nausea and vomiting;
Choluria
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
Aspirin
acute appendicitis
32. Cold vasoconstricts and controls bleeding and swelling 2. Local anesthetic effect 3. Intermittently applied 4. Sterile technique for open wound
enema
Local cold
'silent'
vasoconstrictor
33. Infection
Osmotic pressure
African Americans
epilepsy
when on steriods watch for
34. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia
Internal capsule lesion
when mixing insulins
1 tsp
1 ml
35. In heart failure - symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremeties and a persistent - dry cough due to ___ in the lungs.
1 ft
fluid congestion
Aspirin
glossitis
36. Excessive thirst (as in cases of diabetes or kidney dysfunction)
polydipsia
Risk Factors for operations
Prone
Abduction
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.
Aplastic Crisis
Epidural anesthetic
TB testing
NG tube
38. Stiff joints
health risk appraisal
nitroglycerin
Ankyloses
Decison Tree Step 5?
39. Adjust to retirement C. Adjust to loss of friends - family D. View own death as appropriate outcome of life
urine
Ego integrity Vs despair
Dehydration
Osmotic pressure
40. A bleeding disorder characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood - which impairs the clotting process
Circulatory overload
thrombocytopenia
s/sx of hypoglycemia
1 pinch
41. Decreases RR
Hypertonic
inflammation
alsalva manuever
morphine
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
Patient controlled analgesia
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
epidural
Cl
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
leukemia
autonomic dysreflexia
Sickle Cell Crisis
metformin (Glucophage).
44. Only insulin that can be given IV
Regular insulin
gaze palsy
air embolus
health risk appraisal
45. Too much food - ill - too little insulin - decreased activity - infection - stress - onset - hrs to days
Air embolism
Pineal gland Lesion
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
causes of hyperglycemia
46. The goal of ___ in care of the client with herpes is to prevent spread of the virus.
Decison Tree Step 5?
standard precautions
endometriosis
Amnesia
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
carbon dioxide levels
Humulog
suctioning
side effects of barbituates
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
Addison's Disease
Decision Tree Step 4?
TB testing
Logrolling
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.
epilepsy
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
vasoconstrictor
heart failure
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
Sylvian aqueduct syndrome
High - Fowler's
Logrolling
gaze palsy