ATI PROCTORED B
lemented?
clients who are severely immune system compromised (like stem-cell transplant)
What is valproic acid used to treat?
seizures and bipolar disorder
What is Chvostek sign and how to you elicit
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ATI PROCTORED B
lemented?
clients who are severely immune system compromised (like stem-cell transplant)
What is valproic acid used to treat?
seizures and bipolar disorder
What is Chvostek sign and how to you elicit response?
A clinical sign of existing nerve hyperexcitability (tetany) seen in hypocalcemia. Tap facial nerve in front of ear.
What is clonidine used to treat?
high blood pressure
What is the reference range for urine specific gravity?
1.005-1.030
What is the reference range for sodium?
135-145
How much oxygen can be delivered by nasal cannula?
1-4 litres per minute
What are some manifestations of hyperthyroidism?
tremores, tachycardia, diaphoresis, weight loss, insomnia, and exophthalmia
Reference range for BUN is?
7 to 20 mg/dL
Reference range for WBCs is?
4.5 to 11
Macular degeneration results in?
decreased central vision
What is paracentesis?
a procedure to take out fluid that has collected in the belly
What are potential adverse effects of PEEP?
tension pneumothorax, distended neck veins, tracheal deviation, and absent breath sounds, hypotension
What are some manifestations of lithium toxicity?
increased thirst, vomiting, diarrhea, tremors
What are some adverse affects of amitriptyline?
constipation, urinary retention, dry mouth, and blurred vision
A client with respiratory alkalosis will have?
elevated pH, decreased PaCO2, and an HCO3 within the expected reference range
A client with metabolic alkalosis will have?
elevated pH, a PaCO2 within the expected reference range, and an elevated HCO3
A client with respiratory acidosis will have?
a decreased pH, increased PaCO2, and a HCO3 within the expected reference range
A client with metabolic acidosis will have?
decrease pH, a PacO2 within the expected reference range, and a decreased HCO3
What should clients know about the basal body temperature method of birth control?
Body temperature might decrease slightly (0.5 F) just prior to ovulation
Which lab tests should a nurse review prior to adjusting a client's heparin?
aPTT
Which lab tests should a nurse review prior to adjusting a client's warfarin?
PT & INR
What is a lithotomy position?
supine position of the body with the legs separated, flexed, and supported in raised stirrups
During the resuscitation phase of a burn injury, what lab value should the nurse expect?
hyponatremia
What is the expected value for aPTT? What is the expected value for aPTT when the client is receiving a therapeutic level of heparin?
40 seconds. 60-80 seconds
What is an expected value for INR? What is an expected value for INR when the client is taking warfarin?
= 1.1, With warfarin the INR range is 2-3
What is Chlorpromazine used to treat?
mental illness
During gastric lavage via NG tube, in what position should the client be?
on left side b/c it promotes flow
How far away must a child stand from a snellen visual acuity chart?
10 ft
How many symbols should a child identify correctly on a snellen chart?
4/6 to pass a line
What instruction should a nurse give a child who is receiving a snellen visual acuity test?
keep both eyes open during the testing
What is paresthesia?
burning or prickling sensation
Patients with crohns disease should increase what in their diet? Decrease what in their diet?
increase: calories, protein & potassium.
decrease: fiber
Trimming toe nails straight across prevents?
ingrown toenails
Reference range for blood glucose
70-110
Reference range for A1C
4-5.6%
What are some important instructions to give about amoxicillin/clavulanate suspension?
shake before use and store in fridge
When is chelation therapy for blood lead level indicated?
>45mcg/dL
Where should a nurse administer an IM injection into a client who is obese?
ventrogluteal site
What is risperidone used to treat?
schizophrenia and bipolar
How do you ensure proper client identification with blood products?
Verify client and blood info with another nurse
What are some personality traits of clients with borderline personality disorder?
unstable emotionally and engage in harmful behaviors
What are some personality traits of clients with antisocial personality disorder?
manipulative, deceitful, & antagonistic
What are some personality traits of clients with histrionic personality disorder?
self-focused, melodramatic, attention seeking, and impulsive
What are some personality traits of clients with paranoid personality disorder?
suspicious and distrustful of others
When a client with crutches is going upstairs, which leg should be advanced first?
advance unaffected leg first
When a client with crutches is going downstairs, which leg should be advanced first?
advance affected leg first
For a client who is non-weight bearing on one of his legs, what should a nurse recommend for ambulation?
3-point gait
What is phenelzine used to treat?
depression
Seeing halos around lights are a manifestation of?
glaucoma
Cloudy vision is a manifestation of?
cataracts
An older adult with pneumonia will also typically have what other manifestations?
confusion, fatigue, lethargy, and anorexia
A client with flail chest will also have?
paradoxic chest movement
A client with a pneumothorax will also have?
subcutaneous emphysema
A client with cor pulmonale will also have?
distended neck veins
Reference range for calcium
8.5-10.2 mg/dL
Reference range for platelets
150,000 to 400,000 platelets per microliter (mcL)
Reference range for hematocrit
35-50%
Reference range for creatinine
0.8 to 1.2
What is a thoracentesis?
a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the pleural space between the lungs and the chest wall to remove excess fluid
Ginseng can decrease the effectiveness of what medication?
Timolol
What diagnostic tests need to be done for a client taking valproic acid?
liver enzyme tests
Reference range for magnesium
1.7 to 2.2 mg/dL
What is tetany?
muscular spasms caused by hypocalcemia
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