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Summary HESI & NCLEX Study Guide – Key Facts and Nursing Insights | HESI Hints & NCLEX Gems for Exam Success

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This study guide presents a concise yet comprehensive collection of high-yield concepts designed to support nursing students preparing for both the HESI and NCLEX exams. It focuses on essential clinical facts, exam-tested principles, safety priorities, and evidence-based nursing actions frequently highlighted in standardized testing. The guide also includes HESI-specific hints and NCLEX “gems” that reinforce critical thinking, prioritization, and recognition of high-alert clinical scenarios. It is ideal for learners seeking a focused, exam-ready reference to strengthen confidence and performance.

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HESI Hints & NCLEX Gems
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
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* Physiologic o RN Only
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* Safety * Blood Products (2 RNs must check)
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* Love and Belonging
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* Esteem * Sterile dressing changes and procedures
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* Self-actualization * Assessments that require clinical judgment
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* Assessment
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* Diagnosis (Analysis)
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* Planning

* Implementation (treatment)
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Arterial Blood Gases
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* Evaluation ... Used for Acidosis vs. Alkalosis
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* Airway * HCO3 a m 21-28 (Metabolic driver) ... High = Alkalosis
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* Breathing * O2 a m 80-100

* Circulation * O2 Sat 95-100%
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* Males 42-52
* HypoK+ . . . Prominent U waves, Depressed ST segment, Flat T
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* Females 37-47 waves

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o Platelets
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* 150-400k
o Phos a m 3-4.5
o PT (Coumadin/Warfarin)
o Albumin 3.5-5
* 11-12.5 sec (INR and PT TR = 1.5-2 times normal)
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o Spec Gravity 1.005-1.030
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4-6% ideal, < 7.5% = OK (120 days)
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Publisher: 2016 ISBN: 9780323394666 Edition: Unknown

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