OK I know this sounds stupid but I have a friend that gets really freaked out before big tests like finals, HESI, NCLEX, and usually we get together and a few days before I start throwing out random facts at her. On 2 different tests she said the only way she got several questions was from the random facts that I threw at her that she never would have thought of!
SOOOOO..... I thought that if yall wanted to do this we could get a thread going and try to throw out 5 random facts or "things to remember". NCLEX is coming and the more I try to review content the more I realize that I have forgotten so......here are my 5 random facts for ya:
OH and BTW these came from rationales in Kaplan or Saunders no made up stuff:
1️⃣ A kid with Hepatitis A can return to school 1 week within the onset of jaundice.
2️⃣ After a patient has dialysis they may have a slight fever...this is normal due to the fact that the dialysis solution is warmed by the machine.
3️⃣ Hyperkalemia presents on an EKG as tall peaked T-waves
4️⃣ The antidote for Mag Sulfate toxicity is ---Calcium Gluconate
5️⃣ Impetigo is a CONTAGEOUS skin disorder and the person needs to wash ALL linens and dishes seperate from the family. They also need to wash their hands frequently and avoid contact.
Oh, ohh, one more...
? Vasopressin is also known as antidiuretic hormone
a combo of both. it never hurts to learn, just know your scope of practice. I am personally taking the LPN in 4 days, however, i study nclex3500 for extra questions. All other study material is PN and went through PN program but I need more questions.
Laryngeal cancer risk factors: chewing tobacco, pipe smoking, marijuana, voice abuse. S/S: hoarness, diff. swallowing, color change in mouth, and oral lesions that do not heal
when caring for a pt with radiation implant, safety for staff would be to rotate the staff member assigned to the pt.
Following a MI- bedrest to DECREASE THE WORKLOAD ON THE HEART
Milieu therapy provides a therapeutic physical and social environment
Ondansetron HCL (ZOFRAN) 6 mg PO q 6 hr, needs to be adminstered 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy. it is a potent antiemetic with 30 minutes onset of action. S/E: constipation, diarrhea, fecer, lightheadness, and drowsiness
end stage liver disease - administer fat- soluble vitamin supplements. Impaired liver fxn results in reduced ability to synthesize fat- soluble vitamins
Client has abd wound with purulent drainage. Place client on contact precautions , private or same infection room, wear gloves when entering room and change gloves after client contact and wash hands.
sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) via enema is most common intervention for lowering serum KCL level. Hyperkalemia S/S: fatique, muscle weakness, paresthesia, and heart dyrhythmias
I just wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to submit such helpful information! I took my boards on Friday and this has been the most stressful weekend ever but.... I passed :heartbeat:D:heartbeat after 265 questions!
Good luck to everyone preparing for the exam. Go in for the win!!!
I just wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to submit such helpful information! I took my boards on Friday and this has been the most stressful weekend ever but.... I passed :heartbeat:D:heartbeat after 265 questions!
Good luck to everyone preparing for the exam. Go in for the win!!!
for example:v-k 10 mg i.m. daily × 3 days. this is a standard written order.
prescribers write a single order for medications given only once.
a stat order is written for medications given immediately for an urgent pt problem.
a standing order, also known as a protocol, establishes guidelines for treating a particular disease or set of symptoms in special care areas such as the coronary care unit. facilities also may institute medication protocols that specifically designate drugs that a nurse may not give.
lumbar puncture is insertion into subarachnoid space to obtain a specimen, relieve pressure or inject dye/medication. remove band-aid and apply antiseptic after 24 hr to leave open to air to heal. position lateral (side-lying), knees flexed up to the abd. and the head bent so that the chin is resting on the chest. after the procedure place the client in the dorsal recumbent (supine) for 4-12 hr. procedure is contraindicated in icp pts. have client empty bladder prior.
amniocentesis is aspiration of amniotic fluid by a needle inserted through the abd and uterine wall, from 14 weeks and after. performed to determine genetic disorders, sex of the fetus, and fetal lung maturity. empty bladder prior to decrease risk of bladder perforation. prepare the client to ultrasound, to locate the placenta. position in supine. notify physician if chills, fever, leakage, decreased fetal movement, or uterine contractions occur.
verapamil (calan) is a sustained- release form often causes h/a's. it is an calcium channel blocker that sometimes causes h/a, constipation, fatigue, and dizziness.
addisonian crisis is an acute adrenal insufficiency precipitated by physical and psychological stressors, characterized by a substantial loss of fluid and sodium. it is precipitated by infection, trauma, stress or surgery. can be prevented by ingesting additional sodium during periods of emotional and physical stress. s/s: hypotension, hyponatremia, hypoglycemia, hyperkalcemia, tachycardia, and muscle weakness. addrenal insufficiency will need to take corticosteroids for life. the adrenal gland will not produce enough cortisol to sustain the bodys metabolic fxn.
by age 4- should be able to walk down stairs altering feet, if not indicates a delay in development
[color=#339966]many drugs can be administered by more than one route,.[color=#339966] sublingual route provides the most rapid response in a pt.[color=#339966] a drug dissolved in the mouth enters the client's bloodstream more quickly.
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[color=#339966]a glycerin suppository[color=#339966] must be lubricated apply before insertion. it usually requires refrigeration until administration.
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[color=#339966]when an air embolism is suspected, place the client on his left side and in [color=#339966]trendelenburg's position. this allows the air to collect in the right atrium rather than enter the pulmonary system.
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[color=#339966]before administering a direct i.v. bolus, the nurse should aspirate the i.v. catheter gently for a small amount of blood to ensure correct placement of the i.v. catheter. then the nurse may inject the medication over the recommended time interval.
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[color=#339966]to administer oral medication through an ng tube, the nurse must reproduce the disintegration and dissolution processes by crushing the tablets and preparing a liquid form. the nurse then inserts the liquid into the ng tube.
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[color=#339966]the nurse first arranges for typing and crossmatching of the client's blood to ensure compatibility with donor blood.
i am so glad you have the nclex behind you now...as of now i am testing october 14, we'll see how i feel the closer it gets, who knows, i may push it back some. i hope not to though. so have you got your license in the mail yet? i am logged on from work at the moment, hope you have a fantastic day!!!
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jadu1106
yes, i have my license framed too.:chuckle don't you dare push that test back. you are going to pass jadu1106. keep reading this thread too. big help. i also recommend the infection control links and thread. it is not what you know, rather, it is how you will use what you know.:wink2: i'll be anxiously waiting for october 16th and your quick results.:heartbeat
it never hurts to learn, just know your scope of practice. I am personally taking the LPN in 4 days, however, i study nclex3500 for extra questions. All other study material is PN and went through PN program but I need more questions. 
you are going to pass jadu1106. keep reading this thread too. big help. i also recommend the infection control links and thread. it is not what you know, rather, it is how you will use what you know.:wink2: i'll be anxiously waiting for october 16th and your quick results.:heartbeat
Benrookie88
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HI,just a bit confused,is this PN tips or RN???? thanks