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NCLEX General

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1. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant






2. Sickled cells are sequestered in the spleen - by the time the kiddo is 5 they will have infarced their spleen therefore it happens under the age of 5 and given prophylactic antibiotics up until age 5. results in an emergency spleenectomy - large volu






3. Antihistamine medications are often prescribed for ___ - and the nurse should advise clients that these medications can cause drowsiness and the lcient should avoid operating any type of eqpt (including driving).






4. Acetone in urine






5. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.






6. Manifestations 1) Headache - flushed skin - tachycardia 2) Venous distention 3) Increased venous pressure 4) Coughing - dyspnea - cyanosis 5) Pulmonary edema b. Prevention 1) Check for preexisting heart condition 2) Monitor flow rate of solution 3) P






7. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute






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






9. Aspirin






10. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm






11. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






12. Movement of fluid from lower to higher concentration. Across semipermeable membrane; high concentration of glucose






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






14. 80% to 90% of brain tumors - named for What part of the nerve cell affected.






15. No longer than 10-20 seconds at a time - allow pt to rest between suctioning - flush cath with NS between suctionings - 80-100 mm is normal adult suction






16. 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






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






18. Left






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






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






21. 1 g






22. 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






23. 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






24. 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






25. 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.






26. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis






27. Common for debriding






28. 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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29. 3.5 - 5.5 mEq/l






30. 16 oz.






31. What is the outcome of each remaining answers? Determine if the outcome of each answer is disire and select the correct answer.






32. Can you Identify the topic of the question? If yes - cont to step 2 - if no read answer choices for clues and the go to step 2






33. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine






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






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






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






37. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia






38. Right






39. Rescue Alarm Contain Evacuate






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






41. Also known as pernicious anemia - is characterized by an interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells. Interruption in the formation of RBC precursor cells - will result in a high number of large - immature cells.






42. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation






43. 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






44. Too much insulin - no food - too much/intense exercise - onset - sudden






45. Straight back






46. 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






47. Narcotic






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






49. Dermatologic






50. 1000 ml