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
Diagnostic Tests used in TB - Chest x-ray indicates presence and extent od disease but cannot show if active or inactive. Skin test (PPD) positive;area of induration 10mm or more in diameter after 48 hrs. Sputum positive for bacillus ( 3 samples is diagnostic for TB ). Culture will be positive. WBC & ESR will be elevated.
Trach care should be prvided once every 8 hours and prn.
A major goal for the pt with COPD is that the pt. will use a breathing pattern that does not lead to tiring and to plan activities so that he/she does not become overtired. Care should be spaced, allowing frequent rest periods, and preventing fatigue.
Ethambutol, isonazid, streptomycin, and rifampin are first-line drugs in the treatment of TB.
I spoke to a fellow GN who just took NCLEX - RN today. She said LOTS of pharmacology questions ( ones she'd never heard of ). Perhaps we could get a little more pharmacology tips going? She also had lots on prioritizing pt. care. She said to make sure you go over infection control and common diseases and their treatment.
Alprazolam ( Xanax )- antianxiety agent, usual dose is 0.25-0.5 mg two to three times daily. Side effects: drowsiness, dizziness, lethargy, confusion.
Amlodipine ( Norvasc )- CCB used for systemic vasodilation and decreased blood pressure. Coronary vasodilation and decreased frequency and severity of angina. CONTRAINDICATION BP
Fosinopril ( Monopril )- tx of hypertension and CHF; dosage is 5-40 mg once daily max dose in a day is 80mg
Rosiglitazone ( Avandia )-tx type 2 diabetes; dosage is 4-8 mg as a single daily dose or in 2 divided doses ( use cautiously if edema or CHF )
I agree with you that it is very hard to learn about meds, especially since there are so many meds outhere!
I want to share with you the following website with all the major drugs, classes, some lab values and information on major drugs and food interaction. The site is more medically oriented, but still I think that we may use it in our studies.
I'll be spending the weekend going through the site. I am sure that you may find it beneficial.
Diagnostic Tests used in TB - Chest x-ray indicates presence and extent od disease but cannot show if active or inactive. Skin test (PPD) positive;area of induration 10mm or more in diameter after 48 hrs. Sputum positive for bacillus ( 3 samples is diagnostic for TB ). Culture will be positive. WBC & ESR will be elevated.
Trach care should be prvided once every 8 hours and prn.
A major goal for the pt with COPD is that the pt. will use a breathing pattern that does not lead to tiring and to plan activities so that he/she does not become overtired. Care should be spaced, allowing frequent rest periods, and preventing fatigue.
Ethambutol, isonazid, streptomycin, and rifampin are first-line drugs in the treatment of TB.
Liver fucntion studies must be completed before therapy begins and periodically thereafter
Love this thread, its a great escape when you are SICK!!!!!!!! of answering questions and looking at lab values. Just a few facts I picked up today.
Ativan is the treatment of choice for status epilepticus
When using a bronchodilator inhaler inconjuction with a glucocorticoid inhaler, administer the bronchodilator first
Theophylline increases the risk of digoxin toxicity and decreases the effects of lithium and Dilantin
Intal, an inhaler used to treat allergy induced asthma may cause bronchospasm
Isoniazid causes peripheral neuritis
Axid, Zantac, Pepcid, are H2 receptor antagonist used to treat active ulcer disease.
Tagamet, Nexium, Prevacid, are proton pump inhibitors
Peptic ulcers caused by H. pylori are treated with Flagyl, Prilosec and Biaxin. This treatment kills bacteria and stops production of stomach acid, but does not heal ulcer.
Patients in the acute care setting are often given protonx to prevent stress ulcers.
I will "Slay The Beast" on Monday, July 14th. PRAY FOR ME!!!
....I'll contribute some more soon....I'm really into my Saunder's book at the moment.
Melinurse
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Tuberculosis- assessment findings: cough ( yellow mucoid sputum ) , dyspnea, hemoptysis, rales or crackles, anorexia, malaise, wt.loss, afternoon low grade temp., pallor, fatigue, pain, night sweats.
Diagnostic Tests used in TB - Chest x-ray indicates presence and extent od disease but cannot show if active or inactive. Skin test (PPD) positive;area of induration 10mm or more in diameter after 48 hrs. Sputum positive for bacillus ( 3 samples is diagnostic for TB ). Culture will be positive. WBC & ESR will be elevated.
Trach care should be prvided once every 8 hours and prn.
A major goal for the pt with COPD is that the pt. will use a breathing pattern that does not lead to tiring and to plan activities so that he/she does not become overtired. Care should be spaced, allowing frequent rest periods, and preventing fatigue.
Ethambutol, isonazid, streptomycin, and rifampin are first-line drugs in the treatment of TB.