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
Specializes in Mother-Baby & Community/Public Health.
i take the nclex on thursday, ahhh i'm so nervous. i hope i pass the first time around. good luck to all those that take their test this upcoming week. here are my facts for the day...
reasons for high alarm-
increased secretions in airway, think suction
endotracheal tube (ett) is displaced/dislodged
ventilator tube obstructed because of a kink or water (condensation)
client coughs, gags or bites ett
client in anxious or fights the ventilator
reasons for low alarm-
disconnection or leak in ventilator
client stops spontaneous breathing
one cause of testicular cancer... undescended testes aka cryptorchidism
bottlefed neonate's first feed is with sterile water than formula
multiple myeloma- condition in which neoplastic plasma cells infiltrate the bone marrow resulting in osteoporosis, high risk for fractures so we need to install precautions with position changes
with cardiac tamponade, venous pressure rises and neck veins become distended
for chest physiotherapy, percussion should only be done in the area of the rib cage
evaluation of htn is a key assessment in the course acute glomerulonephritis
post-procedure nursing interventions for electroconvulsive therapy includes remaining with the client until he/she is oriented and able to engage in self care because when they awaken they appear groggy and confused
best method for assessing bp is in both arms
recommended age for switiching from formula to whole milk is 12 months to prevent allergies and lactose intolerance
chronic, under treated asthma can lead to lung remodeling and permanent changes in lung function
if a nurse suspects domestic violence as a cause of a client's injuries, the rn should interview the client without the persons who came with the client
wish me luck this week that i pass and can move forward with my career.
Emergent Priority (1st):requires immediate attention and continuous evaluation yet have a high survival rate
-trauma
-chest pain
-severe respiratory deficits
-chemical splashes to the eyes
Urgent Priority (2nd):injuries non life threatening..treated within 1-2 hours and are evaluated every 30 to 60 minutes thereafter.
-simple fracture
-asthma without respiratory distress
-fever
-hypertension
-abdominal pain
-renal stone
nonurgent Priority (3rd):clients can wait several hours before being seen and require 1-2 hours of evaluated thereafter.
-minor laceration
-sprain
-cold symptoms
So if someone came in with a chest pain because they ate something wrong and another person that came in with a high blood pressure, do pick the chest pain first.
Delegations
CNAs
-skin care, feeding, toileting, vital signs (not initials), height, weight, IOs, ROM exercises, ambulation, transporting, grooming, and hygiene meaures of stable clients.
LPNs/LVNs
-physiologically stable clients with predictable outcomes
-dressings, suctionings, urinary catheterization, med administrations (only oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular), no rectal or IV meds
RN associated:
-care for individual in a structured health care environment
RN BSN:
-care for individuals, families, groups, and communities in both structured and unstructured health settings.
RN (all):
-assessment/planning care, initiating teaching, IV meds
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hase2000, kmason, ment2be: i wish you the best of luck as you test for the nclex on monday 10/6/08. you can do it!!
lady_anne76: thanks so much for all your information, so much time into your posts. thanks for taking the time to share.
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