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NCLEX
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Nursing
Graduate
10/07/2013

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Term
What is the normal size that indicates a positive TB skin reaction?
Definition
10 mm
Term
What is the size that indicates a positive TB test for someone with HIV/AIDS?
Definition
5 mm; indicates exposure
Term
What common medication for women increases chances of candidiasis?
Definition
oral contraceptives
Term
For a pt with right side weakness, what hand should the cane be held in?
Definition
left hand
Term
What should the degree of the elbow be when using a cane? How far out from the foot should the cane be?
Definition
-30 degrees
-15 cm
Term
What is the sequence for walking with a cane?
Definition
advance cane and affected leg, then good leg
Term
How much fluid can be removed via thoracentesis in severe cases?
Definition
4-6 L
Term
Hepatic coma can be caused by elevated levels of what from the breakdown of protein?
Definition
ammonia
Term
How often is the catheter site changed of the TPN pt?
Definition
q 4 weeks
Term
What needs to be changed every 24 hrs for the pt receiving TPN?
Definition
IV tubing and filter
Term
How often is the dressing changed over the catheter site of the pt receiving TPN?
Definition
2-3 times weekly and PRN
Term
Which ethnic groups have the lowest risk for obesity and diabetes?
Definition
Asian-Americans
Term
Describe a kosher diet of Orthodox Jews?
Definition
meat-dairy combo not allowed; only fish with scales can be eaten; only meat that can be eaten are vegetable eaters with cloven hooves
Term
Are nurses allowed to sign as a witness on a living will for a pt in their care?
Definition
many states prohibit nurses from signing the living will of a pt at their facility
Term
What is written defamation? Verbal?
Definition
-libel
-slander
Term
What is a positive Romberg sign?
Definition
a significant sway when standing with the feet together, arms at the side, and eyes closed
Term
What are Cheyne-Stokes respirations?
Definition
rhythmic respirations with periods of apnea
Term
What are Ataxic respirations?
Definition
totally irregular in depth and rhythm
Term
How would you describe the sound of a heart murmur?
Definition
a soft blowing, or swooshing noise
Term
What cardiac sound is described as a scratchy leathery sound?
Definition
a friction rub
Term
What is a positive Brudzinski's sign?
Definition
knee and hip flexion in response to neck flexion and vertebral column pain
Term
What does a positive Brudinski's sign indicate?
Definition
meningitis
Term
What layers of skin does cellulitis reach?
Definition
a skin infection that reaches the dermis and subcutaneous tissue
Term
What is the definitive test for herpes zoster?
Definition
culture of lesion
Term
Is melanoma a high risk of metastasis or not?
Definition
yes; high risk
Term
How should the leg with new autograft skin graft be positioned?
Definition
elevated and immobilized for 3-7 days
Term
Is shakiness a sign of hyper or hypo glycemia?
Definition
hypo
Term
What F&E imbalance is associated with hyperparathyroidism?
Definition
hypercalcemia; calcium and parathyroid hormone are directly related
Term
Should a diabetic pt who cannot eat d/t N&V still take their insulin?
Definition
yes
Term
What are the three classic signs of hyperglycemia?
Definition
POLYuria
POLYdipsia
POLYphagia
"POLY WANT HYPERGLYCEMIA"
Term
What is the hallmark of pheochromocytoma?
Definition
hypertension
Term
Cushing's is caused by too much or too little cortisol?
Definition
too much
Term
Addison's is caused by too much or too little cortisol?
Definition
too little
Term
What 2 things should be increased in the diet of the pt with Cushing's?
Definition
protein and potassium
Term
What are three signs of hypoglycemia?
Definition
-nervousness
-irritability
-tremors
Term
What effect does prednisone have on oral hypoglycemics, insulin, diurectics, and potassium supplements?
Definition
decreases their effect
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