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NCLEX General

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






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






3. Is the in ability of the heart to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs. Symptoms include SOB - cold and pale extremities - and a persistent - dry cough due to fluid congestion in the lungs.






4. Promotes circulation






5. Given in small amounts bc is retained






6. Antidepressant.......MAOI inhibitor.....Relieves depression......Nardil..food without tyramine






7. Slows down mental/physical processes






8. Do not give more than 3 consecutive bouts






9. PH 7.32 2. pCO2 30 3. HCO3 18 4. Causes: a. Diabetes b. Renal failure c. Diarrhea






10. Tom move TOWARDS the midline






11. Ake with meals to reduce side effects of the drug -- e.g. - nausea - vomiting - anorexia - abdominal cramps - fatigue; these effects tend to be mild and to resolve as therapy continues






12. Adjust to retirement C. Adjust to loss of friends - family D. View own death as appropriate outcome of life






13. Distinguished from other lymphomas by the presence of large - cancerous lymphocytes known as Reed - Sternberg cells - causes seriously enlarged lymph nodes - produces a Pel Epstein fever which comes and goes. Diagnosis based upon tissue biopsy and pr

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14. Decreases RR






15. An X- linked recessive disorder in Which blood fails to clot properly - leading to excessive bleeding if injured.






16. Deficient oxygen in the blood.






17. 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






18. 50% of all primary tumors - linked to specific genetic mutations






19. Dislodging of needle causes fluid to infiltrate tissues a. Manifestations 1) Edema - blanching - puffiness on under surface of arm 2) Discomfort 3) Slow drip rate 4) Cool to the touch 5) Necrosis and sloughing of tissue with certain drugs (Levophed)






20. Given right befor meals to control blood sugar






21. Chronic syndrome resulting in a deficiency of hormonal secretion of the adrenal cortex with darkening of skin - loss of appetite - and depression






22. Follow physician's orders B. Do not apply without order except in emergency C. Use least restraint possible D. Each unit should have a written protocol E. Check patient frequently for safety F. Loosen restraints every 2 hours G. Do not use as punishm






23. 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






24. Patient - time - dose - route - medication - documentation






25. Has regular insulin in it already






26. 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.






27. 12 in.






28. Down and back






29. Painful - tissue engorgement






30. Onset:15-30 mins - clear - peak:30-11/2 hr. - duration:3-4 hrs. - can mix with intermed.& short






31. If feet have been dependant - allow 15 minutes before applying - check q 4 hrs - rmv q 8 hrs to wash and dry legs






32. Testing for blood in the stools of an infant






33. Is an abnormal increase in the number of RBC's granulocytes - and thrombocytes - leading to an increase in blood volume and viscosity (thickness).






34. Analgesic - antipyretic - anticoagulant - anti - inflammatory






35. ___ of Vit B12 Defiency Anemia such as difficulty with gait - paresthesia - and ataxia -






36. Caused by poor heart action.- drugs that make heart beat more effectively






37. 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






38. 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






39. Meds used to treat constipation






40. Human papilloma virus






41. Needle punctures dura and cerebral spinal fluid lost. 2. Patient at risk for spinal headache.






42. 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






43. Apply heat to improve circulation and healing






44. 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.






45. Manifestations 1) Hypotension - cyanosis - tachycardia 2) Increased venous pressure - loss of consciousness b. Prevention 1) Run fluid through tubing and needle or catheter to force air out before starting infusion 2) When using glass bottle - change






46. Instruct pt to clean genitalia with soap and water and void approx 60 ml






47. Inflammation or redness of the tongue. Often seen in malnutrition.






48. 120 ml most common - prep for colon exams






49. Full thickness skin loss with severe destruction - necrosis - or damage to muscles - bone - or supporting structures






50. On the person's abdomen 2. Prevents hip flexion contractures