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Ketones will be evident in which diabetes?
Type I or Type II
Type I
One S/S of esophageal varices' bleeding:
distended abdomen
Phobias involve:
Projection & displacement
S/S of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
low birth rate
small head circumference
undeveloped cheekbones
S/E of Dilaudid 15 mg IM:
photosensitivity, constipation
or
HypOtension, resp depression
HypOtension
respiratory depression
Blood glucose in the elderly:
how is it different in the urine?
the renal threshold for glucose is elevated in the elderly; it may read high, which is a false-negative
The purpose of ultrasound in pregancy is to determine
gestational age
Head lice shampoo directions:
repeat 7-10 days
Kwell is toxic;
Enema administration:
position in Left Sims' position
or
adjust the temp of the solution
Position Left side-lying Sims' position with knees flexed
Lung sounds r/t laryngotracheobronchitis:
Inspiratory stridor
restlessness
Thorazine S/E: Antipsychotic, tranquilizer, antiemetic
may be used for restlessness & apprehension B4 surgery
SE = HOTN; May cause tardive dyskinesia
Purpose of fetal monitor:
To assess baby's O2 status
Normal Sodium levels:
136 - 145
Lithium toxicity S/S:
Fine tremors
N/V/D
Alcohol abuse warning signs
tremors
incr temp
nocturnal leg cramps
pain intolerance
Rinne test includes
tuning fork
mastoid bone
auditory canal
NSAID S/E (not tinnitis)
HA
dizz
GI distress
pruritis
rash
Pre-eclampsia early S/S:

Treatment:
facial swelling
proteinuria
HTN

Treatment: delivery
Lithium toxicity S/S:
Fine tremors
N/V/D
Alcohol abuse warning signs
tremors
"I think I have a fever!"
"My legs cramp at night"
pain intolerance
Rinne test includes
tuning fork, mastoid bone, auditory canal
NSAID S/E (not tinnitis)
HA, dizz, GI distress, pruritis, rash
Apraxia: definition
loss of ability to carry out learned purposeful movements, despite having to previously performed the movements (show me how you brush your teeth)
Ataxia: definition
Gross lack of muscle coordination and movements.
Autonomic Dysreflexia S/S
HA
sweats
Nasal congestion
piloerection (goose bumps)
bradycardia
HTN
Amniocentesis will detect what condition?
hemolytic disease;
maternal antibodies destroy fetal RBCs;
bilirubin secreted r/t hemolysis
daily iron needs for females (mg/day)
15 mg
hemolytic reaction to blood transfusion
HOTN
backache
low back pain
fever
Anorexics have problems with what feelings?
self-identity & self-esteem
Positive Trousseau's sign is indicative of:
HypOcalcemia; BP cuff inflated 1-4 mins causes hand & fingers to undergo spasm & flexion
Lithium depends upon what body chemical to be normal for lithium to be effective?
Sodium
Miller-Abbott tube is for the purpose of:
removing fluid & gas from the small intestine
sensitivity to cold; claudication; more severe at night; decreased pulses
Buerger's disease
CBI (Continuous Bladder Irrigation) is to:
prevent formation of clots (obstructions) and spasms
Meniere's syndrome S/S (triad)
Vertigo
tinnitus
hearing loss
Hep A is infectious in what body outputs:
Feces
Saliva
Blood
Narcan:
Short or long half-life?
Short
Haldol affects which of the following:
Hearing - nystagmus - blood abnormalities - EPS - changes in LOC
blood abnormalities & EPS
Tofranil facts:
Tofranil S/E:
Anti-depressant that also treats neuropathic pain

Postural HOTN
Sore throat
fever
increased fatigue
V/D
Aminophylline used for:

Aminophylline contraindicated:
bronchodilator; it relaxes respiratory muscles. Good 4 asthma, bronchitis, emphysema

Contraindicated in presence of stomach ulcer, seizures, HTN, thyroid condition
IV pyelogram contraindicated when:
Kidney disease
DM
HTN
Heart disease

Always draw BUN & creatinine B4 to indicate good function
Captropril (Capoten) is in the class of:
antihypertensives; monitor B/P before administration
Mini Mental Status Exam
Assessment tool for determining severity of aggression;
Pedi immunization schedule!
needs an answer
tetracycline is what type of drug?
S/E?
Antibiotic for bacterial infections
S/E photosensitivity
Can stain teeth
Don't take with milk/yogurt or antacids or at HS
propanolol
Monitor HR & BP
Assess for SOB, wheezing
Assess for insomnia, dizz

May cause bradycardia, decr B/P, bronchospasm
verapamil (Calan) is a:
CCB
When used w/other HTNsives can caust HOTN & HF
decelerations: early vs late
Early are normal; occurs in response to compression of fetal head; does not indicate fetal distress
CF diet includes;
High protein
High calories
Low carbs
for men, PSA test is now used for:
PCa
(Prostate Cancer)
Coombs Test is used for:
used for blood typing
The direct test detects the presence of antibodies against RBCs that may be attached to a person's RBCs. Although healthy people can make these antibodies, in certain diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus, mononucleosis, lymphomas) these antibodies are directed against the client's own RBCs. The presence of these antibodies usually causes a hemolytic anemia.

The indirect Coombs' test detects the presence of circulating antiglobulins. The test is used to determine whether the client has serum antibodies to the type of RBCs that he or she is about to receive by blood transfusion.
Cushing syndrome affects blood glucose & sodium which way? (-ER or -O)
HypERglycemia
HypERatremia
Nardil is what type of drug?

Should NOT be taken with what foods?
MAO inhibitor
Antidepressent & anxiolytic
DONT TAKE W/TYRAMINE FOOD
S/E = dizz, blurred vision, dry mouth, HA, lethargy, the gamut
STD - Syphilis early S/S:
Chancre (papule-like lesion) develops within 2-6 weeks. Starts as small papule, develops into PAINLESS ulcer
STD - Syphilis early S/S:
Chancre (papule-like lesion) develops within 2-6 weeks. Starts as small papule, develops into painless ulcer
Nurse should encourage pt to NOT push until fully dilated d/t:
may cause fetal hypoxia and maternal exhaustion
Albumin levels (normal)
3.5 - 5
Digoxin therapeutic levels
0.5 - 2.0
Magnesium levels (normal)
1.6 - 2.6
Calcium levels (normal)
8.6 - 10.0
Benzodiazepines used for:
anxiety reduction
Acute ETOH withdrawal
Muscle relaxant
Benzodiazepines contraindicated with:
narrow angle glaucoma, pregnancy
Benzodiazepines:
Ativan? or
Haldol? or
Valium?
Ativan
Valium
Cardiac glycosides (digoxin)
Don't use in what heart dysrhythmias?
V-Tach, V-Fib, 2nd & 3rd heart block
Lopressor - Beta blocker S/E:
laryngospam
bradycardia
cardiac arrest
Digoxin is used for which dysrhythmias / disease?
CHF, A-Fib, A-flutter, paroxysmal atrial tachycardia
Digoxin maintenance dose:
0.125 - 0.5 mg/day
administer over at least 5 min
Check apical pulse
Regular Insulin onset:
Peak:
Onset - 30 minutes
Peak: 2 - 4 hrs
Duration: 6 - 8 hrs
Med to give in a transfusion reaction:
Benadryl
Peak of Regular insulin:

Peak of NPH insulin:
Regular: 2.5 - 5 hr

NPH: 4 - 12 hr
Cool skin, respiratory crackles, pulse 88 and bounding are S/S of what condition?
Fluid volume excess
Strabismus presents with:
Crossed eyes,
double vision
child covers one eye to see
Sickle cell priority
hydration
Dietary considerations for pts with ascites
Low sodium 200-300 mmol NA
Addison's DZ pts need:
More salt, or
Less salt?
More salt
Talipes equinovarus Interventions:
Casting; changed Q1-2 wks for 8-12 wks w/progressive correction
Talipes equinovarus: Monitor
circulation / skin integrity
encourage normal G & D
phys therapy
To diagnose developmental dysplasia of the hip perform what assessment:
Ortolani's sign.
An audible click on hip manipulation
Developmental hip dysplasia Intervention
Pavlik harness 0-6 months;
holds the hips in abduction & flexion.
Worn 24 hrs/qday
MONITOR FOR: skin breakdown
Juvenile Rheumatoid arthritis:
When parents of a preschooler asks 4 info about the dz, the nurse should advise:
Long periods of spontaneous remission are typical. Often, JRA improves or goes into remission at puberty. Approx. 75% of JRA pts enter remission with minimal functional loss & deformity
Oliguric phase of renal failure:
Daily urinary output < ?
400 ml/day
Diuretic / Recovery phase of Acute Renal Failure
Urinary output > ?
4-5 liters/day
During low-output stage of Acute Renal Failure, should fluids be limited, or encouraged?
Limit fluids
Treatment for Low-Output Stage of Acute Renal Failure:
Dialysis
Kernig's sign: describe

What does it indicate?
When the leg is bent at the hip and knee & subsequent extension at the knee is painful. Indicates subarachnoid hemorrhage or meningitis
Glucophage is best taken when?
With meals, or
AC / HS
With meals
Some of these foods are high in potassium:
White bread
apple
potato
cantaloupe
corn flakes
scramble egg
potato & cantaloupe
Normal serum albumin level
3.5 - 5.-0
Normal therapeutic digoxin administration range
0.5 - 2.0
Which drug given to prevent eclampsia:
Terbutaline
Magnesium Sulfate
Brethine
Oxytocin
Mag Sulfate