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NCLEX General

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1. 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






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






3. —pentamidine is an antiprotozoal agent used to prevent and/or treat Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP) - a common opportunistic infection in AIDS patients; manifestations of PCP usually include coughing - fever - dyspnea - fatigue - and weight loss






4. In clients with ___ - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated carbon dioxide levels are the main stimuli for respiration.






5. Cardiotonic






6. Increasing dyspnea with periods of apnea






7. Manifestations 1) Muscle weakness 2) Weak pulse and ECG changes b. Causes 1) Potassium depleting diuretics 2) Burns 3) Diarrhea - colitis 4) Vomiting c. Management: Potassium replacement -- DO Not give Digoxin






8. Neurotransmitters that play important role in body's stress response






9. Acts by blocking opiate receptors in the brain 2. Used to treat: a. Opiate induced respiratory depression b. Opiate overdose 3. Side effects: a. Withdrawal symptoms in addicted persons b. Return of pain 4. Drug is rapid acting; narcotic may last long






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






11. In client with emphysema - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated ___ levels are the main stimuli for respiration.






12. Are the answers assessments or implementations? If their a mix of both - read the stem to see if you should assess or implement first and then select answer






13. Monitor K+






14. Anesthesia is the partial or complete loss of sensation - and general anesthesia produces a complete loss of sensation (unconsciousneess). It is also referred to as ___.






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






16. Mask symptoms of hypoglycemia - removing your body's early warning systembeta - blockers bind beta - adrenergic receptor sites - which prevents adrenaline from causing symptoms and glycogenolysis






17. Physiologic needs b. Safety and security c. Love and belonging d. Self esteem e. Self actualization 2. Keep them breathing; keep them safe

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18. Emphysema is a ___ in which the alveoli of the lungs are distended - causing difficulty in exhaling air with chronically elevated carbon dioxide levels.






19. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements






20. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F






21. Acetone in urine






22. 16 oz






23. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






24. 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






25. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts






26. A corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation






27. Is a skin eruption caused by one of the two families of herpesvirus - herpes simplex or herpes zoster.






28. Down and back






29. Given in small amounts bc is retained






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






31. Human papilloma virus is a common sexually transmitted disease - and a number of subtypes have been shown to contribute to cancers of the ___.






32. Reddened - warm area noted around insertion site or on path of vein; discontinue IV - apply warm - moist compresses - restart IV at new site






33. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs






34. 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






35. Resp. depression






36. Jacksonian szs - generalized szs - hemiparesis






37. Immobilized patient at risk for orthostatic hypotension 2. After prolonged period of immobility - gradually sit patient up






38. Nausea and vomiting that come before abdominal pain






39. People over the age of 50 are recommended to have the ___ test for colon cancer - a colonoscopy.






40. 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






41. 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






42. Done sub - q into fatty tissue - measured in Units - draw up air prior and insert into vial






43. Vasoconstrictor (trade names Privine and Sudafed) used in nasal sprays to treat symptoms of nasal congestion and in eyedrops to treat eye irritation






44. 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






45. Piece obstructing blood flow may have decreased bp - pain along vein - loss of conscoiusness






46. Dermatitis is an ___ of the skin that produces an itchy - red rash.






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






48. Head lower than trunk and feet 2. Uses a. Shock - sometimes b. Prolapsed cord when mother not in hospital; Increases venous return






49. In ___ - symptoms of heart failure often occur earlier - which is possibility due to the higher rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure (hypertension)






50. Vit B12 Defiency Anemia is caused from a lack of liver meats - other meats - eggs - milk - increased need - tapeworms and ___.