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NUR 265 Exam One with Questions and Answers A client who was admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis secondary to a urinary tract infection has been weaned off an insulin drip 30 minutes ago . The client reports feeling lightheaded and sweaty . Which action should the nurse take first ? a ) Administer scheduled 1 gm IV Vancomycin . b Infuse dextrose 50 % by slow IV push . c ) Have the client drink 4 ounces of orange juice . d ) Obtain a glucose reading using a finger stick . ANSWER d ) O...

NUR 265 Exam 3 with Questions and Answers What is the pre-cath procedure? ANSWER -*labs (check for prerenal disease)* -consents -12 lead EKG -Shave prep -ALLERGIES and Medications What is a normal troponin lab value? ANSWER 0-0.1 Describe post cath care. ANSWER -Put them on tele monitor -Keep affected leg straight- keep clot in place -*Keep HOB less than 30 degrees* -Don't want to kink @ leg -Hematoma will burst and bleed! -Pulse check of affected extremity -IV fluids ...

NUR 265 Exam 4 with Questions and Answers What are the signs of kidney transplant rejection and the nursing interventions? ANSWER Onset - Increased Temperature, Increased blood pressure, Pain at transplant site Acute Rejection - Oliguria, Temp over 100F, Increased BP, Enlarged, tender kidney, lethargy, Elevated creatinine, BUN, Potassium, Fluid retention. Interventions - Assessment - Vital signs - Focus on BP for hypotension. Presence of chest pain, presence of edema, jugular vein ...

NUR 265 Exam 4 with Questions and Solutions The nurse is teaching a 32 year old female client who has systemic lupus erythematosus about self care practices. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the need for additional teaching by the nurse. A) I should inspect my skin daily for rashes B) I should carefully consider whether I should get pregnant again. C) I should limit my exposure to direct sunlight to 30 continuous minutes each day. D) I should check my tempera...

NURS 5432 Exam with Questions and Answers Which is the following is NOT a side effect of Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors (PDE-5 inhibitors)? (E.g. Sildenafil) A. Optic neuropathy B. Hearing loss C. Priapism D. Hypertension E. Hypotension ANSWER D. Hypertension When breast feeling increase caloric intake by: A. 100-200 kcal/day B. 200-300 kcal/day C. 300-400 kcal/day D. 300-500 kca/day ANSWER D. 300-500 kca/day A healthy 3 year old child in your office for well-child ca...

NUR 102 Exam with Questions and Answers Major hormones are released by the anterior, middle, and posterior divisions of the pituitary gland that have widespread effects on the body. Which is the best explanation of an action of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland to the client by the nurse? Promotes water reabsorption in kidney tubules Controls bone and tissue growth Increases skin and hair pigmentation Raises blood pressure ANSWER Controls bone and tissue growth When caring fo...

NUR 102 Exam with Questions and Solutions According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, children from ages 2 to 7 are in the preoperational major level of cognitive development. The nurse is collecting data from parents of a 4-year-old child. Which would be an appropriate example given by the parents to the nurse of children in the preoperational stage? A) Comparing how fast a ball and a block fall from the same height B) Wishing the dog would quit eating their blocks an...

NUR 102 Final Exam with Questions and Answers what does mouth care include for a conscious patient? ANSWER toothbrush, toothpaste, cup of water, basin, mouthwash and floss if wanted what is important for foot and nail care? ANSWER teach client/family to inspect daily, apply emollient lotion, dry feet especially between toes completely, trim nails straight across with a nail clipper, elevate what are TED hose used for? ANSWER to prevent blood clots and swelling (edema) how do you m...

Nursing 102 Final Exam with Questions and Solutions Which of the following is true about goals in the nursing process? a) Goals should include both realistic objectives and "reach" objectives to motivate patients b) Goals should focus on a single, specific outcome criteria c) Goal completion timelines could be short term or long term d) Goals should be separated into two sections to involve the patient: one that is provider-initiated, and one that is patient-centered. ANSWER c) Goa...

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry DXA Exam with Questions and Answers Which type of cell is more radiosensitive? A. Red blood B. Liver C. Nerve D. Gonadal germ ANSWER D. Gonadal germ Which type of radiation is NOT considered ionizing radiation? A. Infrared light B. UV light C. X-rays D. Gamma Rays ANSWER A. Infrared light Female athlete triad syndrome commonly causes ____ in female. A. Chronic kidney disease B. Amenorrhea C. Endocrine disorders D. Diabetes ANSWER B. Ameno...

NUR 353 Test 3 with Questions and Answers two underlying mechanisms involved in pre-eclampsia ANSWER vasospasms and hypoperfusion organ systems affected in pre-eclampsia ANSWER kidneys (proteinuria) liver (epigastric pain) brain (headache and blurred vision) placenta the "cure" for pre/eclampsia is always ANSWER expulsion of the placenta what is ordered to reverse magnesium toxicity ANSWER calcium gluconate S/S of magnesium toxicity ANSWER RR <12bpm, urinary...

NUR 353 Final Exam with Questions and Answers GDM: Hypoglycemia findings ANSWER Nervousness, headache, weakness, irritability, hunger, blurred vision, tingling of mouth or extremities, shaking, clammy pale skin, shallow respirations, rapid pulse, vomiting GDM: Hyperglycemia findings ANSWER Polydipsia, polyphagia, polyuria, nausea, abdominal pain, flushed dry skin, fruity breath, excess weight gain during pregnancy Gestational HTN ANSWER Development of HTN after 20 weeks of pregnancy ...

NUR 353 Exam 3 with Questions and Answers Myelination of the spinal cord is almost complete by 2 years of age. As a result of this, the toddler can gradually achieve: A. throwing a ball without falling. B. slowing of gastrointestinal transit time. C. visual acuity of 20/20. D. control of anal and urethral sphincters. ANSWER D. control of anal and urethral sphincters. Casting and throwing a ball occurs at approximately 15 months. Increased capacity is responsible for the decrea...

NUR 353 Test 1 with Questions and Answers A _________________ contraction stress test notes - no decelerations associated with contractions. This tells us the fetus may not be compromised with the stress of contractions ANSWER negative explain a reactive nonstress test ANSWER two fetal heart rate accelerations, each measuring 15 beat elevations from the baseline each for a total of at least 15 seconds within 20 minutes the biophysical profile assesses five parameters of fetal well-bei...

NUR 353 Exam 2 with Questions and Answers A nurse is providing instructions to a mother who has been diagnosed with mastitis. Which of the following statements, if made by the mother, indicates a correct understanding of the condition? "I can use my remaining postpartum prescription narcotics to assist in alleviating some of the discomfort." "I need to take these antibiotics until they are gone." "I should apply ice to my breasts at least twice a day." ...

NSG 533 Exam 1 with Questions and Answers A 20-year-old patient with diabetes mellitus is admitted with lethargy, polydipsia, and polyuria. pH: 7.24 pCO2: 23 mmHg HCO3: 10 mEq./L Na: 130 mEq./L K: 4.5 mEq./L Cl: 94 mEq./L Glucose: 600 mg/dl ANSWER Primary (simple) elevated anion gap metabolic acidosis A 72-year-old woman with a brain tumor (diagnosed 3 months ago) presents with an acute change in mental status that began about 1 hour ago. She is currently comatose and exhibits Ku...

NSG 533 Exam with Questions and Answers A patient with past history of treatment for hyperthyroidism is most likely to exhibit a. a euthyroid state b. hypothyroidism c. hyperthyroidism d. sub-clinical hypothyroidism ANSWER b A pt has been diagnosed with the Type 2 dm. A criterion for dx is a. an abnormal random blood glucose b. proteinuria c. a fasting glucose greater than 126 confirmed on a previous dy d. an abnormal postprandial glucose ANSWER c A 37 yo overweight male ...

NSG 533 Advanced Pharmacology Exam with Questions and Answers Which of the following medications is not an appropriate initial treatment for a 23-year-old woman with GAD and no other comorbidities? A. Pregabalin B. Quetiapine C. Sertraline D. Venlafaxine E. Fluoxetine ANSWER B Which of the following is true of CBT in the treatment of anxiety? A. Only effective when delivered face to face B. Is inferior to antidepressants in acute treatment of panic disorder C. Is associated with m...

NSG 533 Exam One with Questions and Answers describe apoptosis inducing factor ANSWER - cell receives signal that it is time to die - AIF is released from mitochondria - AIF migrates to the nucleus and binds to DNA - triggers destruction of cell death what are two viruses that "trick" apoptosis? ANSWER 1. HPV 2. Epstein Barr Virus list five examples of cell adaptation ANSWER 1. atrophy 2. metaplasia 3. dysplasia 4. hypertrophy 5. hyperplasia define atrophy in cell ad...

NICET Level 2 Exam with Questions and Answers What is the primary function of forms and reinforcing steel for structures? A. To ensure the proper placement of bedding and installation of footings and basic driven piles B. To ensure the structural components are cast-in-place C. To give the structure its shape and provide strength D. To calculate pay weight ANSWER C. To give the structure its shape and provide strength What is the primary function of inspecting delivery and metho...