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NCLEX General

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1. 1cc






2. On the person's back 2. Maintains alignment






3. 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.






4. #1 is abdomen - #2 is arm - #3 is buttock






5. Head and trunk flat with legs elevated 2. Preferred for shock 3. Increases venous return without putting pressure on the diaphragm






6. Decreases RR






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






8. Place in semi - fowler's - open sterile suction cath - gloves as ordered - pick up sterile cath and connect to suction tubing - moisten cath with saline - insert through nostril with no suction - suction about 10 seconds - repeat






9. Reverses effects of other narcotics






10. Analgesics - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






11. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations






12. Able to kill bacteria






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






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






15. Vitamin k






16. Form of shock associated with adrenocortical insufficiency and characterized by profound hypotension and electrolyte imbalances.






17. Left






18. Diarrhea is sign of lithium toxicity along with oversedation - ataxia - tinnitus - slurred speech - and muscle weakness/twitching; stop lithium and obtain serum levels when diarrhea present






19. Lack of mature erythrocytes caused by inability to absorb vitamin B12 into the body






20. Right






21. Commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema






22. Sudden onset of extensive ___ - caused by conditions that cause local or systemic hypoxemia Pain is the most common symptom. Skin changes pallor or cyanosis. Not iron deficient. Open sores and ulcers from poor tissue perfusion. UA has proteins - poor






23. Prep formula - check placement(aspirate stomach contents/measure residual) - 'make sure it does not exceed dr.s order - inject r10-20 ml of ai






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






25. 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






26. 1 kg






27. 1 tab with 5 min not exceeding 3 doses






28. Emergency life - threatening condition which can occur with spinal cord injuries above T6 after spinal shock resolves - which is 1 to 6 weeks after injury; causes include visceral distension and noxious stimuli such as skin pressure - temperature ext






29. Fever that waxes and wanes - is associated with Hodgkins Lymphoma






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






31. 85 - 115 mEq/l






32. Holding one's breath & attempt to exhale - Done during exercise - heavy lifting - birth delivery - coughing - sneezing - straining when urinating - defecating - vomiting. May cause cardiac arrest with a weakened heart - Encourage proper breathing whe






33. Dispose of sharps in puncture - resistant containers B. Do not recap used needles C. Wear protective barriers (gloves - gowns - masks - eyewear) when at risk for exposure to body fluids D. Clean blood spills with soap and water or household bleach 1:






34. Causative agent --> reservoir -->portal of exit --> Mode of transmission -->portal of entry-->susceptible host






35. Atbs that are effective against many organisms






36. Postexposure protocol






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






38. Produced by adrenal cortex. Target most cells to promote breakdown of glycogen - fats - and proteins as energy sources; raise blood level of glucose.Cortisol and Cortisone are types of these hormones.






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






40. 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






41. 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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42. Can cause respiratory depression by decreasing rate and depth of respirations; analgesic used for moderate to severe pain; side effects include change in BP - bradycardia -






43. Routine tasks b. Routine vital signs






44. Deficient oxygen in the blood.






45. Quickly absorbed - 90 degree angle - 19-23 G needle - 1-2' length - average adult:11/2 - 22G - mandatory to aspirate - purpose is to deposit meds into deep muscle for quick absorption






46. 1/8 tsp






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






48. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






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






50. Decision maker b. Can do complex procedures c. Can give medications via all routes that nurses can give meds d. Is best person for teaching e. Coordinates care f. Performs admission assessments