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Uworld NCLEX Questions and Answers Already Passed The nurse is caring for the client with increased intracranial pressure. The nurse would note which trend in vital signs if the intracranial pressure is rising? 1. Increasing temperature, increasing pulse, increasing respirations, decreasing blood pressure 2. Increasing temperature, decreasing pulse, decreasing respirations, decreasing blood pressure 3. Decreasing temperature, decreasing pulse, increasing respirations, decreasing blood pressu...

At what age does cervical cancer predominate? correct answer: 40-44 When does HPV usually regress? correct answer: 1-2 years At what age should Pap smears be started? correct answer: 21 What cervical cancer screening is done from age 21-29? correct answer: cytology every 3 years What cervical cancer screenings are done at age 30-65? correct answer: cytology alone very 3 years or *preferred* co-testing (HPV and pap) every 5 years What is considered high-grade precancerous lesi...

Test Bank For Understanding Pharmacology Essentials for Medication Safety, 2nd Edition, Workman & LaCharity 100% A+ GRADED (ALL CHAPTERS COVERED). MULTIPLE CHOICE BASIC CONCEPTS 1. Which health care professional has the major responsibility for dispensing prescribed drugs under the direction of a pharmacist? a. Physician b . Nurse practitioner c. Licensed nurse d . Pharmacy technician ANS: D The physician and nurse practitioner have the major responsibility for prescribing drug...

passive immunity - ANSWER involves the transfer of plasma containing preformed antibodies against a specific antigen from a protected or immunized person to an unprotected or non-immunized person. (ex: mom to baby) Potassium Value - ANSWER 3.5-5.0 mEq/L Sodium value - ANSWER 135-145 mEq/L Calcium value - ANSWER 9-11 mg/dL OR 4.5-5.5 mEq/L Phosphate value - ANSWER 2.5-4.5 mg/dL Magnesium value - ANSWER 1.5-2.5 mEq/L Low or high potassium - ANSWER hypokalemia / hyperkalemia lo...

Which of the following is a requirement for drivers with a diabetes exemption? A) Possess a rapidly absorbable form of glucose while driving B) Self—monitor blood glucose one hour before driving and at least once every 2 hours while driving C) Plan to submit blood glucose monitoring logs every 6 months D) Maintain a Hemoglobin A1C value less than 7 - ANSWER-A. Drivers with diabetes should self monitor blood glucose before driving and every 4 hours while driving. Blood glucose monitoring lo...

Differential Diagnosis (midterm)- anterior/posterior *thoracolumar region* What are some common *pulmonary pathologies*? - correct answer - bronchitis - pneumonia - emphysema - asthma - cystic fibrosis (CF) - tuberculosis (TB) - lung cancer - cor pulmonale - pneumothorax What are some *pulmonary symptoms*? - correct answer - *substernal* pain - *localized* (can radiate to neck and shoulde...

Lewis Med Surg - Chap 16 – Cancer Test Bank Exam Practice Questions and Answers Chapter 16: Cancer Chapter 16: Cancer Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A patient who is scheduled for a right breast biopsy asks the nurse the difference between a benign tumor and a malignant tumor. Which answer by the nurse is correct? a. "Benign tumors do not cause damage to other tissues." b. "Benign tumors are likely to recur in the same location." c. "Malignant tumors may spread to other...

Pediatric Nursing The Critical Components of Nursing Care 2nd Edition Rudd Test Bank Pediatric Nursing The Critical Components of Nursing Care 2nd Edition Rudd Test Bank 2nd Edition   Chapter 1. Issues and Trends in Pediatric Nursing MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A nurse is reviewing changes in healthcare delivery and funding for pediatric populations. Which current trend in the pediatric setting should the nurse expect to find? a. Increased hospitalization of children b. Decreased number of uninsured ch...

NURS 300 Final Exam - Questions and Answers Which nursing interventions should a nurse implement when removing an indwelling catheter in an adult patient? Select all that apply. 1. attach a 3ml syringe to the inflation port 2. allow the balloon to drain into the syringe by gravity 3. initiate a voiding record/bladder diary 4. pull the catheter quickly 5. clamp the catheter before removal Which nursing intervention decreases the risk for CAUTI? 1. Cleansing the urinary meatus 3 to 4 times daily...

ATI Med-Surg 1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has HIV and is being discharged to home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? 1) Take temperature once a day. 2) Wash the armpits and genitals with a gentle cleanser daily. 3) Change the litter boxes while wearing gloves. 4) Wash dishes in warm water. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of t...