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
wish i had looked at this before my boards. i couldn't remember the conversion numbers. instead of using 2.2 i used 4.4. did a lot of stupid things like that. starting to study for the next round...even though i haven't gotten my results i almost know already!
vickie14810,
alot of people feel the same way after taking the nclex. stay strong and wait for your results before you start studying again. you may be pleasantly surprised at your results!
4x4 country,
congrats on becoming an lpn!!! best of luck in your nursing career!!
ridion,
best of luck on your exam on 9/3, stay confident and stay calm, you will be successful!!!! :)
what causes variable decelerations? transient umbilical cord compression, which often changes with maternal position (put them on their left side)
whats pregnancy induced hypertension (pih)- an increase in the systolic greater than 30 and an increase in the diastolic greater than 15 over the base line measured on 2 seperate occasions at least 6 hours apart
what vaccines are contraindicated in the pregnant client?
smallpox, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella
average weight gain during pregnancy? 25-30 pounds
what is eclampsia? preeclampsia plus grand mal seizures or coma the seizures can occur before during or after labor
during pregnancy a womans blood volume will increase by what percent? 45% and to compensate the hr will increase 10-15 bpm
I just wanted to share my nclex story on this thread. I also wanted to thank everyone for their support and sharing their knowledge. I took the test last friday at 2pm. The night before- I only read this thread (got to about page 56)- watched tv- and read a little more. I have wrote everything in this thread down as it started, so this was a simple review for me. Nothing hardcore. It was extremely hard to not study!! The next morning, I tried to sleep in to about ten. Started to get ready, tee with cargo carpi. Don't suggest cargo b/c they went all through all my pockets:no:, I understand the reasoning though. . Got to the testing center about a hr early. Started test at 1:20pm. The twenty minutes was me in the bathroom with the stress-sh:down:ts.. My test was full of infection control--- know the MRSWEE, VCHIPS, SPIDERMAN, and My-C-HEZ-TB!!!!!!!!!! Inside and out. Rewrite it several times now so that way you can write it on your board as soon as the test starts. THIS IS IMPORTANT. Only 2 simple math. 6 culture. and a lot of med-surg. I had a lot of Priorty and 15-20 SATA. 85 questions within 43 minutes!!!! Unbelieveable. I know. Leaving I felt- clam but confused. I said, I think I might of passed it. I didnt cry or stress, nothing but confused. The hrs and days waiting on my results, a completely different story!! That is when the anxeity started in--- crying within 30 hrs after the test, looking up answers, rechecking the site q 15 min. I literally had to leave the house for hrs to avoid going crazy.
Overall, It is crazy! I PASSED!!!! I hope that sharing my story, helps someone, somehow. My advice, Arrive early, eat before, use the bathroom before, take your time (I thought I was but guess not), re-read each question if you don't know the answer. I would read the question and try to answer before looking at the choices, or write everything i know about that infection, drug, etc on the board. That helped me a lot. Breathe- out of your mouth. lol I had to b/c hearing my heart and me breathing was anonnying myself. lol.
angiotensin-converting enzyme (ace) inhibitors works by blocking
an enzyme needed to form a substance that narrows blood vessels. blood vessels relax and widen making it easier for blood to flow through, thus
decreasing bp. it also increase the release of water and sodium to the urine, therefore lowering bp.
side effects include:
dry cough, rash or itching, allergic reaction with generalize swelling (angioedema) or in rare cases, swelling of the upper airway.
hyperkalemia, esp. people with kidney failure
very nice way to present ace-inhibitors. will be very beneficial on the job. keep it up with other meds. remember, know at least 5 meds like the back of your hand from each category for nclex and more important patient safety. so know 5 ace-inhibitors, 5 beta-blockers, 5 respiratory, 5 ............................... if you have time learn 6.
lots of great tips. i really miss being able to share here.:typing
I just wanted to share my nclex story on this thread. I also wanted to thank everyone for their support and sharing their knowledge. I took the test last friday at 2pm. The night before- I only read this thread (got to about page 56)- watched tv- and read a little more. I have wrote everything in this thread down as it started, so this was a simple review for me. Nothing hardcore. It was extremely hard to not study!! The next morning, I tried to sleep in to about ten. Started to get ready, tee with cargo carpi. Don't suggest cargo b/c they went all through all my pockets:no:, I understand the reasoning though. . Got to the testing center about a hr early. Started test at 1:20pm. The twenty minutes was me in the bathroom with the stress-sh:down:ts.. My test was full of infection control--- know the MRSWEE, VCHIPS, SPIDERMAN, and My-C-HEZ-TB!!!!!!!!!! Inside and out. Rewrite it several times now so that way you can write it on your board as soon as the test starts. THIS IS IMPORTANT. Only 2 simple math. 6 culture. and a lot of med-surg. I had a lot of Priorty and 15-20 SATA. 85 questions within 43 minutes!!!! Unbelieveable. I know. Leaving I felt- clam but confused. I said, I think I might of passed it. I didnt cry or stress, nothing but confused. The hrs and days waiting on my results, a completely different story!! That is when the anxeity started in--- crying within 30 hrs after the test, looking up answers, rechecking the site q 15 min. I literally had to leave the house for hrs to avoid going crazy.
Overall, It is crazy! I PASSED!!!! I hope that sharing my story, helps someone, somehow. My advice, Arrive early, eat before, use the bathroom before, take your time (I thought I was but guess not), re-read each question if you don't know the answer. I would read the question and try to answer before looking at the choices, or write everything i know about that infection, drug, etc on the board. That helped me a lot. Breathe- out of your mouth. lol I had to b/c hearing my heart and me breathing was anonnying myself. lol.
Good Luck with all the next testers.
what is the mrswee, vchips, spiderman, I kept thinking and could'nt figure it out driving me crazy:eek:
can some one post the percentages ( 25%/50% ) about recessive/dominant traits transfering to the offsprings.. and chances their child that their child might be carriers of the dse.
Started to get ready, tee with cargo carpi. Don't suggest cargo b/c they went all through all my pockets:no:, I understand the reasoning though. 
. Got to the testing center about a hr early. Started test at 1:20pm. The twenty minutes was me in the bathroom with the stress-sh:down:ts.
. My test was full of infection control--- know the MRSWEE, VCHIPS, SPIDERMAN, and My-C-HEZ-TB!!!!!!!!!! Inside and out. Rewrite it several times now so that way you can write it on your board as soon as the test starts. THIS IS IMPORTANT. Only 2 simple math. 6 culture. and a lot of med-surg. I had a lot of Priorty and 15-20 SATA. 85 questions within 43 minutes!!!! Unbelieveable. I know. Leaving I felt- clam but confused. I said, I think I might of passed it. I didnt cry or stress, nothing but confused. The hrs and days waiting on my results, a completely different story!! That is when the anxeity started in--- crying within 30 hrs after the test, looking up answers, rechecking the site q 15 min. I literally had to leave the house for hrs to avoid going crazy.
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vickie14810,
alot of people feel the same way after taking the nclex. stay strong and wait for your results before you start studying again. you may be pleasantly surprised at your results!
4x4 country,
congrats on becoming an lpn!!! best of luck in your nursing career!!
ridion,
best of luck on your exam on 9/3, stay confident and stay calm, you will be successful!!!! :)
jadu1106 :heartbeat