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NCLEX General

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1. 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.






2. 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.






3. Does Maslow Fit? If NO - alre all answers physical or are all answers pschosocial? If yes - eliminate psychosocial - Does the physical needs make sense? Then apply your ABC's






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






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






6. Manifestations 1) Tenderness and pain in vein 2) Edema and redness at site 3) Warmth b. Management 1) Cold compresses immediately to relieve pain and inflammation 2) Follow with moist warm compresses to stimulate circulation and promote absorption






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






8. Is a condition in which Bp is abnormally high. In adults - ___ is dx with Bp readings higher than 140 mmHg systolic or 90 mmHg diastolic after 3 separate readings that are recorded several weeks apart.






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






10. 60 gtt






11. Antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach






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






13. 1 kg






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






15. Check balloon for patency - non dom hand open labia - dom hand cleans - insert cath 2-3' until urine returns - inflate balloon - pull back - push 1 more ' - document






16. Postexposure protocol






17. Sheet between patient and cooling blanket b. Prevent skin damage c. Change position frequently d. No shivering: Muscle relaxant may be given if patient shivering






18. Salicylates - NSAIDs






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






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






21. Inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements






22. Pain relievers r/t opium






23. Bile in urine






24. The nurse should perform a detailed assessment to determine whether the client is experiencing ___ - because certain drugs - and other medical and neurologic disorders may mimic the symptoms of depression.






25. 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






26. 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.






27. Inflammation or redness of the tongue. Often seen in malnutrition.






28. Protamine sulfate






29. Fluid buildup in tissues - palpate areas for tenderness/consistency






30. Being ___ is acting in accordance with a set of standards of conduct. Nursing organizations have established a code of conduct that provides ethical guidelines for nursing practice.






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






32. Receptive dysphasia






33. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.






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






35. Fluid balance - acid - base - nerve conduction a. Causes 1) Increased perspiration 2) Drinking only tap water 3) GI losses: diarrhea - vomiting - suction 4) Diuretics b - Manifestations 1) Confusion 2) Hypotension 3) Oliguria 4) Muscle weakness 5) Co






36. Toxic effect r/t damage to 8th cranial nerve resulting in dizziness - tinnitus - gradual hearing loss






37. Acts of both omission and commission. 2. Failure to provide care that a reasonably prudent heath care professional would provide in the given circumstances. 3. Failure to provide care that meets the accepted standards of care - or giving care that re






38. Excessive mucous and high pitched cry but happens later after birth(16hrs)






39. Shaky - slurred speech - weak - seizure - drowsy - sweating - inability to swallow






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






41. 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






42. Are all answers physical? If NO - proceed to step 5. If Yes - Apply ABC's






43. Check lung sounds q shift for crackles

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44. Constrict blood vessels






45. Patient on side 2. Prevents aspiration when patient is not fully alert






46. 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






47. 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.






48. In sickle cell crisis - jaundice may be present from RBC destruction and release of ___.






49. Retards bacteria growth






50. Purposes 1. Relaxes muscle spasm 2. Softens exudate for removal 3. Vasodilates; hastens healing 4. Localizes infection 5. Reduces congestion 6. Relaxes - comforts