NCLEX 2024/ Complete Study Guide Actual Exam (1,299) Questions & Definitive Solutions (Verified Answers)
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NCLEX 2024/ Complete Study Guide Actual Exam (1,299) Questions & Definitive Solutions (Verified Answers) enoxaparin indications DVT prophylaxis
what should nurse have ready with Blakemore tube and why scissors
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Face Legs
Activity
Cry
Consolability
What is normal ICP 5-15 mmHg
8-20 mmHg
What is normal pulmonary
artery pressure
What is the term for high Pulmonary hypertension
pulmonary artery pressure
and what does it impact
affects right side of heart and arteries going to lungs
How can you measure doppler echo
pulmonary artery pressure
Describe MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to determine anatomy
lasts 15-60 mins
may show soft tissue/organ changes
great to see brain, spinal cord, and nerves
may or may not use contrast
What should a client/nurse remove metals (watches, jewelry)
do before an MRI
assess for claustrophobia
assess if patient has pacemaker -
old MRIs may deactivate them
- some newer ones are safe
, agitation
Contraindications for MRI metal implants
old tattoos (lead)
, Describe CT scan uses x-rays to create 3-D image
donut shaped scanner
may or may not use contrast (contrast good for tumor
identification)
patient must remain still
5-10 min
*best way to see bones
What should be checked renal function
before giving contrast
What should be done increase fluids post contrast
before and after getting
contrast
hold metformin 24 hours before and 48 hours after
monitor urine output closely after CT
What should a client do if no fluids or food
they are going to get an
ultrasound on their
digestive system
have a full bladder
What should a client do if
they are going to get an
ultrasound of their pelvis or
fetus
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