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NCLEX General

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1. Inability to look in a particular direction of gaze (both eyes signals a brain disease)






2. Atbs that are effective against many organisms






3. Up and back






4. 85 - 115 mEq/l






5. Caused by a decrease in peripheral resistance - vasoconstriction






6. A decrease in total blood volume such as hemorrhage - transfusions






7. Less osmotic pressure than blood serum - hydrates cells a. Tap water b. Sodium chloride less than 0.9%






8. Always given with short acting insulin such as reg/ humulog






9. 60 gtt






10. 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 ___.






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






12. Treatment of CHF associated with an acute MI - relievs anginal attacks






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






14. 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






15. Only insulin that can be given IV






16. The pressure demonstrated when a solvent moves through the semipermeable membrane from weaker to stronger concentrations






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






18. 3 tsp






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






20. Analgesic - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






21. Can do sterile procedures b. Can give medications except IV meds






22. 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






23. 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






24. 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






25. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






26. The nurse teaches the client with ___ ways to change diet and lifestyle habits in order to control the condition.






27. 6 oz.






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






29. What is a bleeding disorder that results from a severe reduction in circulating platelets?Can be idiopathic or may be the result of decreased platelet production in the bone marrow - Platelet count less than 75 -000 cells/mm3






30. Do not give anything by mouth - position on side - admin glucagon - call 911 - stay with pt.






31. 2 pt






32. Check order - clean gloves - loosen dressing - observe wound - measure - rmv gloves - prep sterile field - moisten sterile dressing and clean - dry wound - apply ointments - cover






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






34. Answers starting with 'I'll or Why.'






35. A drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation






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






37. Act by altering perception of and response to pain 2. Act on the central nervous system 3. Adverse reactions a. Depress respirations b. Decrease alertness c. Decrease coughing d. Decrease blood pressure and pulse e. Slow peristalsis f. Constrict pupi






38. Cardiotonic






39. Weight bearing is necessary to keep calcium in the bones 2. Calcium leaving bones may increase risk of kidney stone






40. Professional negligence - misconduct - or unreasonable lack of skill resulting in injury or loss to the recipient of the professional services.






41. To move AWAY from midline






42. Thirst - frequent urination - fatigue - blurred vision - ketoacidosis - vomiting - dry mouth - very weak - confused - unconscious






43. Left






44. Causes 1) Decreased water intake 2) Increased sodium intake 3) Impaired renal function b. Manifestations 1) Edema 2) Dry - sticky mucous membranes 3) Thirst 4) Elevated temp. 5) Flushed skin c. Management: Give water






45. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 58 3. HCO3 32 4. pO2 60 5. Respiratory Acidosis - hypoxia 5. Causes: COPD - lung cancer






46. 3.5 - 5.5 mEq/l






47. Patient is likely to be taking isoniazid (INH); INH is a mainstay in prevention and treatment of tuberculosis - used in combination with other antitubercular drugs if the disease is active; vitamin B6 is given to prevent the peripheral neuropathy - d






48. Changes in color:( red - blue - purple) - temperature changes - and skin stiffness






49. 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






50. 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