NURS 171 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | NURS 171 FINAL EXAM STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
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Definition
stimulation of deep internal pain receptors (organs);
not well localized;
feels tight, pressure, crampy
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Agglutination Filtration
Perfusion Visceral Pain
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,Term
Somatization
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elimination of all microorganisms in or on object (except prions);
autoclaving: most heat/steam;
gas or vapor;
dry heat;
ozone;
liquid chemicals;
hydrogen peroxide gas
stimulation of deep internal pain receptors (organs);
not well localized;
feels tight, pressure, crampy
a sleep disorder in which one has difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or avoiding
sleep
a somatoform disorder when the expression of psychological distress through
physical symptoms
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Definition
,adequate nutrition (replace lost stores, manufacture cells of the
immune system, repair damaged tissue);
hygiene (sufficient to decrease skin bacterial count);
rest/exercise (6 - 9 hours);
reducing stress (decrease body's immune defenses);
immunizations
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Impaired Arterial Circulation Abdomen Characteristics
Wellness Promotion to Support
Allergic Transfusion Reaction
Host Defenses
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Term
transient flora
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surgery that is not emergency or mandatory and can be planned at the patients
convenience;
tonsillectomy, hernia repair, cataract extraction, scar revision, facelift, mammoplasty
, longer than an NG tube, extending through the nose down into the duodenum or
jejunum;
used for pt at risk for aspiration with decreased level of consciousness, absent or
diminished gag reflex or severe gastroesophageal reflux
Microorganisms that reside on the superficial skin layers and are picked up in
the course of daily activities. They are often pathogenic but can be removed
easily from the skin by sanitizing the hands.
mineral;
water balance;
acid base balance;
muscle action;
nerve transmission;
convulsions;
table salt (NaCl), milk, meat, eggs, baking soda/powder, celery, spinach, carrots,
beets
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Term
Culture Characteristics
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ANSWERS | NURS 171 FINAL EXAM STUDY
GUIDE & PRACTICE TEST 2026/2027
1 of 442
Definition
stimulation of deep internal pain receptors (organs);
not well localized;
feels tight, pressure, crampy
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Agglutination Filtration
Perfusion Visceral Pain
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2 of 442
,Term
Somatization
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elimination of all microorganisms in or on object (except prions);
autoclaving: most heat/steam;
gas or vapor;
dry heat;
ozone;
liquid chemicals;
hydrogen peroxide gas
stimulation of deep internal pain receptors (organs);
not well localized;
feels tight, pressure, crampy
a sleep disorder in which one has difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or avoiding
sleep
a somatoform disorder when the expression of psychological distress through
physical symptoms
Don't know?
3 of 442
Definition
,adequate nutrition (replace lost stores, manufacture cells of the
immune system, repair damaged tissue);
hygiene (sufficient to decrease skin bacterial count);
rest/exercise (6 - 9 hours);
reducing stress (decrease body's immune defenses);
immunizations
Give this one a try later!
Impaired Arterial Circulation Abdomen Characteristics
Wellness Promotion to Support
Allergic Transfusion Reaction
Host Defenses
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4 of 442
Term
transient flora
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surgery that is not emergency or mandatory and can be planned at the patients
convenience;
tonsillectomy, hernia repair, cataract extraction, scar revision, facelift, mammoplasty
, longer than an NG tube, extending through the nose down into the duodenum or
jejunum;
used for pt at risk for aspiration with decreased level of consciousness, absent or
diminished gag reflex or severe gastroesophageal reflux
Microorganisms that reside on the superficial skin layers and are picked up in
the course of daily activities. They are often pathogenic but can be removed
easily from the skin by sanitizing the hands.
mineral;
water balance;
acid base balance;
muscle action;
nerve transmission;
convulsions;
table salt (NaCl), milk, meat, eggs, baking soda/powder, celery, spinach, carrots,
beets
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5 of 442
Term
Culture Characteristics
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