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NCLEX VI
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Nursing
Undergraduate 4
08/30/2013

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Term
signs of meningitis
Definition
nuchal rigidity, Kernig's sign (stiff hamstrings), photophobia, Brudzinski's sign
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sign of increased ICP
Definition
memory loss
Term
PSA levels
Definition
over 4 ng/mL needs more diagnostic testing
Term
uric acid calculi prevention diet
Definition
no organ meats, red wine, chicken; yes to citrus
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newborn tub baths
Definition
not until cord has fallen off
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process audit
Definition
observe nurses providing care to help determine strategies for improvement
Term
attempting to hear fetal heart rate at end of first trimester
Definition
place scope just above symphysis pubis & apply firm pressure; too early for Leopold's maneuver
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oropharyngeal suctioning
Definition
bed at 45 degrees; clean procedure; suction intermittently 10-15 sec
Term
blood lead level
Definition
<5 ug/dL
Term
pitting edema measurement
Definition
  • 1+ 2mm
  • 2+ 4 mm
  • 3+ 6 mm
  • 4+ 8 mm
Term
variable accelerations in FHR
Definition
reassuring
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variable decelerations
Definition
nonreassuring; discontinue pitocin
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prospective audit
Definition
provides prediction about future performance based on a new intervention
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structure audit
Definition
examines resources, like staff to pt ratios
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prior to ABG specimen collection
Definition
assess ulnar pulse
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first step in using implanted venous access
Definition
palpate to find body septum of the port
Term
TB mask
Definition
respirator mask
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signs of hypokalemia
Definition
weak pulse, hypotension, muscle weakness
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sign of hyperkalemia
Definition
slow, irregular heartbeat
Term
lymphocytes
Definition
for cellular and humoral immunity
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neutrophil %
Definition
35%-80%
Term
common abdominal surgery side effect
Definition
anorexia
Term
shaking and chills after vaginal delivery
Definition
expected; apply warm blankets
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adverse effect of TPN
Definition
hypovolemic shock from fluid shift due to hyperosmolarity
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enteral feedings
Definition
blue dye is no longer used; elevate bed 45 degrees
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1st action when problems with induction
Definition
place left lateral
Term

car seat

 

Definition
45 degree angle; OK to use foam roll behind seat to improve fit
Term
best indication of proper NG tube placement (after x ray)
Definition
aspirate contents; pH should be 1-4
Term
infant with heart failure
Definition
PRIORITY: check temp because too high or too low increases strain on the heart; feed q3hrs; admin digoxin if HR is >90-100; semi-Fowler's
Term
closed bladder irrigation
Definition
tubing is not disconnected; instill solution slowly through injection port with syringe; clamp tube between injection port & extension tubing
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premeal blood glucose
Definition
90-130
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postmeal glucose
Definition
<180
Term
position to reduce ICP
Definition
30 degrees (low Fowlers)
Term
hypokalemia
Definition
muscle weakness
Term
peritoneal dialysis
Definition
constipation can interfere with flow of diasylate
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heat loss via radiation
Definition
loss of heat to a nearby solid (but not touching)
Term
advance directive
Definition
includes designating durable power of attorney
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