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Accessory Muscle Use Engagement of additional muscles for breathing.
Acidosis Correction Restoring normal pH levels in the body.
Acute Complications of Includes DVT, PE, fat embolism, compartment syndrome.
Fracture
, Acute coronary syndromes Conditions resulting from reduced blood flow to the heart.
Alteplase Recombinant t-Pa used in thrombolytic therapy.
Ammonia Level Reduction Lactulose is used to lower ammonia levels.
Analyze Cues Second step in NCJMM for evaluating identified cues.
Anemia Low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
Anticoagulants Medications that prevent blood clotting; withheld post-stroke.
Anuric No urine output; severe condition in ESRD.
Ascites Fluid accumulation due to portal hypertension.
Bacteremia Presence of bacteria in the bloodstream.
Blood gas analysis Test to evaluate oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.
Bowtie Item Drag-and-drop item shaped like a bowtie for responses.
Calcium Carbonate Phosphate binder taken with meals to prevent absorption.
Cardiovascular changes Alterations in heart function due to acidosis.
Case Study Length Candidates complete 3 to 5 case studies in NCLEX.
Cerebral Perfusion Blood flow to the brain; crucial during stroke.
Chest tube Device to drain air or fluid from pleural space.