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NCLEX General
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nclex
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health-sciences
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nursing
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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Contralateral thalamus pain - contralateral hemisensory loss.
Hypovolemic shock
polyuria
Thalamus Lesion
1 L
2. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.
milliliter
nitroglycerin
Sponge bath
leukemia
3. May occur when changing bags - opening line
Cardiogenic Shock
air embolus
Metabolic alkalosis
antidote foe coumadin
4. 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
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
administer 2L O2 when
Osmotic pressure
5. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
Metabolic alkalosis
ataxia
gastroenteritis
nitroglycerin
6. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
Cheyenne Strokes
ethical
HRT
Metabolic alkalosis
7. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant
Bacteremia
ototoxicity
suctioning
What is the Guaiac Test?
8. 10 degree angle - 25-27G needle - 5/8-1/2' needle - barely cover bevel under skin - do not do near a vein - do to the side - used for PPD&allergy testing
Metabolic acidosis
Intradermal injections
NPH
nthelminthic enema
9. Weight bearing is necessary to keep calcium in the bones 2. Calcium leaving bones may increase risk of kidney stone
Modified Trendelenburg
Loss of bone density
morphine
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
10. Stop feeding q 4-8 hrs to check residual - flush q 4-6
oil retention enema
2.2lbs.
continuous feeding tube(pump)
hypertension
11. Onset:1-2hr. - clear - no peak - duration:24 hrs. - cannot be combined
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
On
polyuria
Lantus
12. 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
ototoxicity
Medications for perioperative
carbon dioxide levels
lithium toxicity
13. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute
tetracycline
causes of hypoglycemia
RACE
when on digoxin
14. Adjust to retirement C. Adjust to loss of friends - family D. View own death as appropriate outcome of life
Ego integrity Vs despair
heart failure
sterile wound irrigation
Epidural anesthetic
15. Atb
when mixing insulins
nursing interventions for hypoglycemia
tetracycline
Reed - Sternberg cell
16. —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
dermatitis
medically controlled coma
pentamidine isethionate
Narcotic Antagonist: Naloxone (Narcan)
17. Early hydrocephalus - papillary abnormalities - Parinaud's Syndrome
Pineal gland Lesion
tamoxifen
Na+
metformin (Glucophage).
18. A skin sensation - such as burning - prickling - itching - or tingling - with no apparent physical cause.
homonymous hemianopsia
parasthesia
Logrolling
Respiratory alkalosis
19. Retards bacteria growth
Respiratory acidosis
Isotonic
carbon dioxide levels
bacteriostatic
20. Infection
when on steriods watch for
IM meds
when mixing insulins
Aldosterone
21. On left side with lower arm behind the back 2. Good position for administering enema
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22. 16 oz.
lasix
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
1 lb
Hypokalemia
23. 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
Anuria
Narcan or Noloxene
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
Splenic Sequestration
24. 16-18 F is standard adult size - children are standard 5-12F
aspirin toxicity
Change in mental status and confusion
NG tube
Epidural anesthetic
25. Renal disorder characterized by the production of large volumes of pale dilute urine
Hemophilia
polyuria
catheter embolus
sacs (or pockets)
26. Vitamin k
Spinal anesthetic
Cheyenne Strokes
antidote foe coumadin
Supine
27. Wait 5-10 mins inbetween meds
Decision Tree Step 3?
with ear meds if there are 2 differant meds
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
Occipital Lobe Lesion
28. Legs up in stirrups 2. Uses a. Gyn exams b. Perineal surgery 3. Increases risk of venous stasis and deep vein thrombophlebitis
Lithotomy
metformin (Glucophage).
bilirubin
suctioning
29. 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.
ethical
Licensed practical nurse/ licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)
1 pt
edema
30. Another name for head injury which is any trauma to the head that can cause soft tissue damage or internal injury to the brain - and often occurs as a result of motor veh crashes - falls and sports.
traumatic brain injury
1 kg
Spinal anesthetic
homonymous hemianopsia
31. Protamine sulfate
general anesthesia
antidote for heparin
Glioblastoma Multiform Tumors (primary)
valium
32. Acetone in urine
eye meds(opthalmic)
ear meds/ 3 and under
Acetonuria
Blood Gas Values
33. Human papilloma virus is a common sexually transmitted disease - and a number of subtypes have been shown to contribute to cancers of the ___.
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
single voided urine specimen
narrow spectrum
What should you NEVER pick as an answer on the NCLEX exam?
34. Onset:1-4hr. - cloudy - peak:6-10hrs. - duration:10-16 - up to 24 hrs. - cannot mix!!
NPH
Changes during aging
systemic hypoxia
phlebitis
35. Inability to look in a particular direction of gaze (both eyes signals a brain disease)
Circulatory overload
before surgery the pt. should stop using
gaze palsy
Choluria
36. Most common problem: when fluid or med leaks out of vein into tissue - edema occurs - feels cool - fluid in tissue will reabsorb eithin 24 hrs.
drip rate
1 lb
prilosec
infiltration r/t IV
37. Aspirin
first sign of narcotic OD
before surgery the pt. should stop using
sub - q injections
heparin/lovanox
38. Head lower than trunk and feet 2. Uses a. Shock - sometimes b. Prolapsed cord when mother not in hospital; Increases venous return
Aspirin
Trendelenburg
vasoconstrictor
Sponge bath
39. 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
lithium toxicity
1 teacup
heparin/lovanox
Change in mental status and confusion
40. Always given with short acting insulin such as reg/ humulog
Regular insulin
sliding scale
Internal capsule lesion
bicarbonate
41. A large multinucleated or multilobed cell with inclusion body- like nucleoli surrounded by a halo of clear nucleoplasm and must be present to dx Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Asphyxia
burns Stage I
Reed - Sternberg cell
phenazopyridine
42. Meds used to treat constipation
cathartic
Semi - Fowler's
dexamethasone
suctioning
43. Monitor K+
Low - Fowler's
medically controlled coma
when on lasix
tetracycline
44. A generalized reaction to contaminated equipment or solutions a. Manifestations 1) Chills and fever 30-60 minutes after start of infusion 2) Flushing - sudden pulse increase 3) Backache - headache 4) Nausea - vomiting 5) Hypotension - vascular collap
Aldosterone
Bacteremia
Local cold
Lithotomy
45. Constrict blood vessels
Sickle Cell Crisis
Circulatory overload
diabetes mellitus (DM)
vasoconstrictor
46. A decrease in total blood volume such as hemorrhage - transfusions
Logrolling
Sterile Field
NPH
Hypovolemic shock
47. Only used for 1-2 ml of med b/c is smaller muscle
catecholamine
milliliter
ear meds/adult
deltoid muscle
48. Able to kill bacteria
postexposure protocol (PEP)
bacteriacidal
neurologic symptoms
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
49. 60 gtt
Osmotic pressure
Addison's Disease
Pons lesion
1 tsp
50. The ___ is generally printed on the package of the IV infusion set.
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
drip rate
causes of hyperglycemia