NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is what type of drug?
What is the maximum recommended dosage?
What should you monitor? - AMSNonopioid Analgesics.
Max dose: 4000 mg (4 g) in 24 hrs
Monitor liver function
Aldosterone attracts what? - AMSSodium
aminoglycosides (mycins) - AMS
Angiotensin II in the lungs is a potent? - AMSvasodialator
At what pain level should an Opioid Analgesic be considered? - AMSPain level of 6 or
greater. Opioids are used for moderate to severe pain.
Define fluid volume excess: Hypervolemia - AMStoo much fluid in the vascular space
(first).
Vascular equals the vessels --> veins, arteries, capillaries, heart chambers, etc.
DO NOT delegate what you can EAT - AMSE = evaluate
A = assess
T = teach
EPI is always given in what type of syringe - AMSTB syringe
HIV Nursing and Collaborative Management includes... - AMS- Monitor disease
progression and immune function
-Initiate and monitor (ART) antiretroviral therapy: to decrease viral load and increase
T cell count
-prevent development of opportunistic diseases
-detect and treat opportunistic diseases
-manage symptoms
-prevent or decrease complications of treatment
-prevent transmission of HIV
How do you convert Centigrade to Fahrenheit - AMSC+40, multiply 9/5 and subtract
40
How do you convert Fahrenheit to Centigrade - AMSF+40, multiply 5/9 and subtract
40
How do you test for the Chvostek sign and what happens if there is a positive
response? - AMSElicitation: Tapping on the face at a point just anterior
,NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
to the ear and just below the zygomatic bone
Postitive response: Twitching of the ipsilateral facial
muscles, suggestive of neuromuscular excitability
caused by hypocalcemia
How do you test for the Trousseau's sign and what happens if there is a positive
response? - AMSElicitation: Inflating a sphygmomanometer cuff above
systolic blood pressure for several minutes
Positive response: Muscular contraction including flexion of the wrist and
metacarpophalangeal joints,
hyperextension of the fingers, and flexion of the thumb
on the palm, suggestive of neuromuscular excitability
caused by hypocalcemia
How do you treat fluid volume deficits? - AMSStrict I&O
Replace with isotonic fluids
monitor Bp
weight daily
How does atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) work? - AMSIt is the opposite of
aldosterone, so it causes excretion of Nas and H2O
How often is nitroglycerine administered and when should you not give it? - AMSup
to 3 times (every 5 minutes) do not give when BO is less than 90/60
How should you address questions related to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs -
AMSAddress physiological needs first, followed by safety and security needs, love
and belonging needs, self esteem needs and finally self actualization needs. *When a
physiological need is not addressed in the question, look for the option that
addresses safety.
How would you treat fluid volume excess? - AMSGive Diuretics (Lasix), fluid
restrictions, weigh daily, monitor K+
If a question is related to the nursing process, read the question to determine the
step of the nursing process. What are the steps in the nursing process and what kind
of question might be related to that step. - AMSAssessment question address the
gathering and verification of data.
,NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
Analysis questions require the nurse to: interpret data, collect additional
information, identify and communicate nursing diagnoses and determine the health
team's ability to meet the pts needs.
Planning questions ask about determining, prioritizing, and modifying outcomes of
care.
Implementation questions reflect the management and organization of care and the
assignment and delegation of tasks. Be prepared for questions on client teaching.
Evaluation questions focus on comparing the actual outcomes of care with the
expected outcomes and on communicating and documenting findings.
If PVC's are left untreated what can it lead to? - AMSVentricular fibrillation
Name 3 Invasive non-pharmacological pain relief techniques. - AMSNerve blocks
Interruption of neural pathways
Acupuncture
Name 3 types of IV fluids - AMSIsotonic: 0.9% NS, LR, and D5w
Hypotonic: 0.5% NS, 0.45% NS
Hypertonic: d5 0.45% NS, D5LR, D5NS
Name 4 types of Nonopioid Analgesics - AMS1. Acetaminophen: Tylenol
2. Salicylates: Aspirin, Trilisate
3. NSAIDS: ibuprofen, Indomethacin, Ketorolac, Diclofenac
4. COX-2 inhibitors: Celebrex
Name 5 non-invasive non-pharmacological pain relief techniques (1st choice of pain
relief) - AMSTen's
heat and cold application
message therapy
relaxation techniques
guided imagery
biofeedback techniques
Never IV push what electroylte - AMSK+
Nursing assessment r/t HIV - AMS-Positive result on enzyme-linked immunosorbed
assay (ELISA)
- CONFIRMED WITH WESTERN BLOT TEST
-Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) - used with neonate
, NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
- OraQuick In-Home HIV Test: positive result is only preliminary; it must be confirmed
by a healthcare professional.
**Ongoing assessment, interaction with the client, and client education and support
are required.***
- NCLEX testing - never choose abstinence, choose educate!
Related to mental Health, how long can an involuntary admission last? - AMS72
hours
To much CO2 causes what? - AMSvasoconstriction
What are low risk therapies - AMSLow-risk therapies are therapies that have no
adverse effects and, when implementing care, can be used by the nurse who has
training and experience in their use. Low-risk therapies include meditation,
relaxation techniques, imagery, music therapy, massage, touch, laughter and humor,
and spiritual measures, such as prayer.
What are nosocomial infections - AMSInfections acquired as a result of exposure to a
microorganism in the hospital setting
What are nurses responsible for related to the standards of care? - AMSNurses are
responsible for performing procedures correctly and exercising professional
judgment when implementing healthcare providers prescriptions.
What are some examples of Non-opioid Analgesic pain medications -
AMSAcetaminophen (Tylenol)
Salicylates:
- Aspirin
- Choline magnesium trisalcylate (Trilisate)
NSAIDs:
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Ketorolac
- Diclofenac K
Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors
- Celecoxib
What are some HIV Medications - AMSNucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors
(NRTIs)
-zidovudine (AZT, ZDV, Retrovir)
-lamivudine
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is what type of drug?
What is the maximum recommended dosage?
What should you monitor? - AMSNonopioid Analgesics.
Max dose: 4000 mg (4 g) in 24 hrs
Monitor liver function
Aldosterone attracts what? - AMSSodium
aminoglycosides (mycins) - AMS
Angiotensin II in the lungs is a potent? - AMSvasodialator
At what pain level should an Opioid Analgesic be considered? - AMSPain level of 6 or
greater. Opioids are used for moderate to severe pain.
Define fluid volume excess: Hypervolemia - AMStoo much fluid in the vascular space
(first).
Vascular equals the vessels --> veins, arteries, capillaries, heart chambers, etc.
DO NOT delegate what you can EAT - AMSE = evaluate
A = assess
T = teach
EPI is always given in what type of syringe - AMSTB syringe
HIV Nursing and Collaborative Management includes... - AMS- Monitor disease
progression and immune function
-Initiate and monitor (ART) antiretroviral therapy: to decrease viral load and increase
T cell count
-prevent development of opportunistic diseases
-detect and treat opportunistic diseases
-manage symptoms
-prevent or decrease complications of treatment
-prevent transmission of HIV
How do you convert Centigrade to Fahrenheit - AMSC+40, multiply 9/5 and subtract
40
How do you convert Fahrenheit to Centigrade - AMSF+40, multiply 5/9 and subtract
40
How do you test for the Chvostek sign and what happens if there is a positive
response? - AMSElicitation: Tapping on the face at a point just anterior
,NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
to the ear and just below the zygomatic bone
Postitive response: Twitching of the ipsilateral facial
muscles, suggestive of neuromuscular excitability
caused by hypocalcemia
How do you test for the Trousseau's sign and what happens if there is a positive
response? - AMSElicitation: Inflating a sphygmomanometer cuff above
systolic blood pressure for several minutes
Positive response: Muscular contraction including flexion of the wrist and
metacarpophalangeal joints,
hyperextension of the fingers, and flexion of the thumb
on the palm, suggestive of neuromuscular excitability
caused by hypocalcemia
How do you treat fluid volume deficits? - AMSStrict I&O
Replace with isotonic fluids
monitor Bp
weight daily
How does atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) work? - AMSIt is the opposite of
aldosterone, so it causes excretion of Nas and H2O
How often is nitroglycerine administered and when should you not give it? - AMSup
to 3 times (every 5 minutes) do not give when BO is less than 90/60
How should you address questions related to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs -
AMSAddress physiological needs first, followed by safety and security needs, love
and belonging needs, self esteem needs and finally self actualization needs. *When a
physiological need is not addressed in the question, look for the option that
addresses safety.
How would you treat fluid volume excess? - AMSGive Diuretics (Lasix), fluid
restrictions, weigh daily, monitor K+
If a question is related to the nursing process, read the question to determine the
step of the nursing process. What are the steps in the nursing process and what kind
of question might be related to that step. - AMSAssessment question address the
gathering and verification of data.
,NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
Analysis questions require the nurse to: interpret data, collect additional
information, identify and communicate nursing diagnoses and determine the health
team's ability to meet the pts needs.
Planning questions ask about determining, prioritizing, and modifying outcomes of
care.
Implementation questions reflect the management and organization of care and the
assignment and delegation of tasks. Be prepared for questions on client teaching.
Evaluation questions focus on comparing the actual outcomes of care with the
expected outcomes and on communicating and documenting findings.
If PVC's are left untreated what can it lead to? - AMSVentricular fibrillation
Name 3 Invasive non-pharmacological pain relief techniques. - AMSNerve blocks
Interruption of neural pathways
Acupuncture
Name 3 types of IV fluids - AMSIsotonic: 0.9% NS, LR, and D5w
Hypotonic: 0.5% NS, 0.45% NS
Hypertonic: d5 0.45% NS, D5LR, D5NS
Name 4 types of Nonopioid Analgesics - AMS1. Acetaminophen: Tylenol
2. Salicylates: Aspirin, Trilisate
3. NSAIDS: ibuprofen, Indomethacin, Ketorolac, Diclofenac
4. COX-2 inhibitors: Celebrex
Name 5 non-invasive non-pharmacological pain relief techniques (1st choice of pain
relief) - AMSTen's
heat and cold application
message therapy
relaxation techniques
guided imagery
biofeedback techniques
Never IV push what electroylte - AMSK+
Nursing assessment r/t HIV - AMS-Positive result on enzyme-linked immunosorbed
assay (ELISA)
- CONFIRMED WITH WESTERN BLOT TEST
-Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) - used with neonate
, NURSING NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary (Test Bank) Latest
2021/2022, A+ Guide.
- OraQuick In-Home HIV Test: positive result is only preliminary; it must be confirmed
by a healthcare professional.
**Ongoing assessment, interaction with the client, and client education and support
are required.***
- NCLEX testing - never choose abstinence, choose educate!
Related to mental Health, how long can an involuntary admission last? - AMS72
hours
To much CO2 causes what? - AMSvasoconstriction
What are low risk therapies - AMSLow-risk therapies are therapies that have no
adverse effects and, when implementing care, can be used by the nurse who has
training and experience in their use. Low-risk therapies include meditation,
relaxation techniques, imagery, music therapy, massage, touch, laughter and humor,
and spiritual measures, such as prayer.
What are nosocomial infections - AMSInfections acquired as a result of exposure to a
microorganism in the hospital setting
What are nurses responsible for related to the standards of care? - AMSNurses are
responsible for performing procedures correctly and exercising professional
judgment when implementing healthcare providers prescriptions.
What are some examples of Non-opioid Analgesic pain medications -
AMSAcetaminophen (Tylenol)
Salicylates:
- Aspirin
- Choline magnesium trisalcylate (Trilisate)
NSAIDs:
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Ketorolac
- Diclofenac K
Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors
- Celecoxib
What are some HIV Medications - AMSNucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors
(NRTIs)
-zidovudine (AZT, ZDV, Retrovir)
-lamivudine
