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NCLEX General
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nclex
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health-sciences
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nursing
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.
This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant
Side - lying
What is the Guaiac Test?
Circulatory overload
Air embolism
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
Splenic Sequestration
aspirin toxicity
broad spectrum
Isotonic
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).
bicarbonate
dermatitis
Osmosis
Aspirin
4. Acetone in urine
Pons lesion
vasoconstrictor
monitor elsrely pt with IV's more frequently to make sure of no fluid overload
Acetonuria
5. In intravenous infusions - the drip rate (also called the drip factor or drop factor) is the number of drops delivered per ___ of solution.
suctioning
Change in mental status and confusion
burns Stage II
milliliter
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
CVL
Circulatory overload
Hypernatremia
digitalis
7. Monitor apical pulse for 1 full minute
Metabolic acidosis
Changes during aging
Metabolic alkalosis
when on digoxin
8. Human papilloma virus is a common sexually transmitted disease - and a number of subtypes have been shown to contribute to cancers of the ___.
general anesthesia
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
1 ft
Shock
9. Aspirin
bilirubin
before surgery the pt. should stop using
Meningiomas Tumors (primary)
Splenic Sequestration
10. Bloodstream infection: if becomes very bas pt may have a red line along arm
dexamethasone
beefy red tongue
septicemia
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
11. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing
apply heat or cold day after surgery?
homonymous hemianopsia
fleets enema
Osmosis
12. Movement of fluid from lower to higher concentration. Across semipermeable membrane; high concentration of glucose
Osmosis
Hypovolemic shock
Abduction
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
13. Immobilized patient at risk for orthostatic hypotension 2. After prolonged period of immobility - gradually sit patient up
epidural
Restraints
Blood pressure
depressant
14. 80% to 90% of brain tumors - named for What part of the nerve cell affected.
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
deltoid muscle
s/sx of hypoglycemia
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
suctioning
quickest absorption
catheter embolus
sub - q injections
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
CVL
Respiratory alkalosis
Sterile Field
retrovirus
17. In sickle cell crisis - jaundice may be present from RBC destruction and release of ___.
What are signs of an Infant addicted to Herion?
bilirubin
High - Fowler's
Risk Factors for operations
18. Left
Humulog
smaller to larger
Hypotonic
Atrophy
19. In client with emphysema - decreased oxygen concentrations due to chronically elevated ___ levels are the main stimuli for respiration.
cleansing enema
dermatitis
septicemia
carbon dioxide levels
20. Cold vasoconstricts and controls bleeding and swelling 2. Local anesthetic effect 3. Intermittently applied 4. Sterile technique for open wound
Hyperkalemia
Local cold
Sterile Field
Circulatory overload
21. 1 g
1000mg
Basal ganglia lesion
when on steriods watch for
Thalamus Lesion
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
Where are the Tricuspid heart sounds located?
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
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
aspirin toxicity
Inderal
Low - Fowler's
NG tube
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
cathartic
Cl
Pancrelipase (Pancrease capsules
Asphyxia
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.
Epidural anesthetic
morphine
Hyponatremia
Jacksonian seizures
26. PH 7.52 2. pCO2 52 3. HCO3 34 4. Cause: Vomiting; excessive diuresis
midbrain syndrome
Acetonuria
Vaso - occlusive (thrombotic crisis)
Metabolic alkalosis
27. Common for debriding
lanolin
RACE
ear meds/ 3 and under
wet to dry dressing
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
rotate injection sites
K+
On
Bacteremia
30. 16 oz.
Neuromas Tumors (primary)
adverse reaction of INH is hepatitis
1 lb
s/sx of hyperglycemia
31. What is the outcome of each remaining answers? Determine if the outcome of each answer is disire and select the correct answer.
Decison Tree Step 5?
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
What are symptoms of Mennengitis?
Nursing care during IV infusions
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
What is the Decision Tree Step 1?
Acetaminophen
1 ft
endometriosis
33. Toxicity due to blood and protien in the urine
nephrotoxicity
Sterile Field
lasix
Decision Tree Step 3?
34. A decrease in total blood volume such as hemorrhage - transfusions
herpes
1 lb
Circulatory overload
Hypovolemic shock
35. Treatment of CHF associated with an acute MI - relievs anginal attacks
nitroglycerin
Circulatory overload
thrombocytopenia
anus - cervix - penis - and vulva
36. Do not give anything by mouth - position on side - admin glucagon - call 911 - stay with pt.
phenazopyridine
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
Lantus
37. Hemisensory loss - homonymous hemianopsia - contralateral hemiplegia
Internal capsule lesion
Malpractice
Neurogenic / vasogenic - septic - anaphylactic shock (Obstructive)
narrow spectrum
38. Right
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
1 L
sterile wound irrigation
larger to smaller
39. Rescue Alarm Contain Evacuate
1 tsp
RACE
thrombocytopenic purpura
dermatitis
40. Professional negligence - misconduct - or unreasonable lack of skill resulting in injury or loss to the recipient of the professional services.
nitroglycerin
Malpractice
RACE
Humulog
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.
glossitis
aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
nursing interventions for severe hypoglycemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
42. Analgesics - antipyretic - small anticoagulation
Acetaminophen
burns Stage IV
1000mg
Gardasil vaccine
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
What does Atropine Sulfate do?
Metabolic acidosis
Cooling blanket
sliding scale
44. Too much insulin - no food - too much/intense exercise - onset - sudden
causes of hypoglycemia
enema
estrogen and progestin
Semi - Fowler's
45. Straight back
ear meds/3 and over
Insulin
wet to dry dressing
Pons lesion
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
Superficial thrombophlebitis
meds used for antipyretic - inflamm - and analgesia
Supine
Epidural anesthetic
47. Narcotic
1 T
butorphanol tartrate
eye meds(opthalmic)
morphine
48. Vit B12 Defiency Anemia is caused from a lack of liver meats - other meats - eggs - milk - increased need - tapeworms and ___.
Decision Tree Step 2?
impaired asbsorption
transdermal meds
Cardiogenic Shock
49. Dermatologic
Trendelenburg
metformin (Glucophage).
NPH
lanolin
50. 1000 ml
hypoxia
bicarbonate
Epidural anesthetic
1 L