Nsg 1600 exam 1 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is used to diagnose preeclampsia? Blood pressure of over 140/90 on two separate occasions, protein in urine After diagnosis of preeclampsia, what is the priority intervention to keep it from progressing? Administration of IV magnesium sulfate What is the antidote to magnesium sulfate? calcium gluconate = keep it at bedside! Menarche the first menstrual period What is a sign of endometrial cancer related to menopause? Bleeding after long period of not bleeding What STI ha...

NSG 1600 Unit 1 OB; Complete Q&A Spring 2023. Rx = prescription/medication order Hx = history Dx = diagnosis Tx = treatment 1) Which list of s/s most accurately describes hyperthyroidism? a) Weight gain, tiredness, and cold intolerance b) b) Bulging eyes, goiter, HR of over 100 c) SOB when lying supine, edema in lower extremities d) Seizure activity related to hypertension 2) A nurse is taking a gestational Hx of a mother presenting to an ER with preeclampsia like symptoms. Sh...

WHAT ARE THE THREE FUNCTIONS OF THE PLACENTA? -to provide for the transfer and exchange of substances. -to act as a barrier to certain substances. -to function as a endocrine gland by producing hormones. WHEN DOES THE PLACENTA BEGIN TO DEVELOP? THE FETUS DOES NOT RECEIVE IMMUNITY TO WHAT? ese pathogens during her pregnancy, fetal infection may occur. Some pathogens can cause birth defects. WHAT HORMONES DO THE PLACENTA SECRETE TO HELP SUSTAIN A PREGNANCY? Progesterone, estrogen...

What are the two primary functions of the ovaries? _____ is a golden fluid first secreted in the breast that contains more minerals and protein but less sugar and fat than mature breast milk. It is rich in maternal antibodies which offers immunity protection for the newborn. Secretion of this substance may continue for a week after childbirth and will gradually convert to mature milk. Which hormone stimulates the production of milk within a few days after childbirth? _______ occurs ...

Why is it important to get baseline vitals before surgery? -Anesthesia will drop the blood pressure. -If systolic drops >20mmHg = CRITICAL -You will be able to compare other vitals taken to see if there is something wrong. What is a Paralytic ileus? S/S? Paralysis of the bowel due to surgery (common --especially in abdominal surgery) AKA decreased/absent peristalsis. -Caused by handling of intestines. -May last hours to days -S/S: absent bowel sounds, abdomen distention, a...

Abruptio placentas Gestational hypertension elevated BP after 20 weeks without proteinuria or other signs of end organ damage Preeclampsia abnormal condition associated with pregnancy, marked by high blood pressure, proteinuria, edema, and headache Eclampsia most serious form of toxemia during pregnancy Gestational diabetes pancreas cannot keep up with increased insulin demand Hyperemesis excessive vomiting PUPP pruritic urticarial papules and plaques that create a it...

NSG 1600 Unit 1 OB; Complete Q&A Spring 2023. Rx = prescription/medication order Hx = history Dx = diagnosis Tx = treatment 1) Which list of s/s most accurately describes hyperthyroidism? a) Weight gain, tiredness, and cold intolerance b) b) Bulging eyes, goiter, HR of over 100 c) SOB when lying supine, edema in lower extremities d) Seizure activity related to hypertension 2) A nurse is taking a gestational Hx of a mother presenting to an ER with preeclampsia like symptoms. She states “I’m c...

NSG 1600 EAQ Unit 2 Musculoskeletal System Written Exam. Which type of cast or splint will the nurse expect to see on a child with a fractured femur? 1 Cylinder 2 Hip spica 3 Prefabricated knee 4 Robert Jones 2 A hip spica cast is now mainly used for femur fractures in children. A cylinder cast is used for knee fractures because it extends from the groin to the malleoli of the ankle. A prefabricated knee splint is a commonly used cast for lower extremity injuries. A Robert Jones d...

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NSG 533 Advanced Pharmacology Exam Questions and Answers (2024 / 2025) (Verified Answers)PDF 1. EP is a 38-year-old female patient that comes in for diabetes education and management. She was diagnosed 12 years ago and states lately she is not able to control her diet although she continues a 1600 calorie diet with appropriate daily carbohydrate intake (per dietitian prescription) and walks 40 minutes every day of the week. She states compliance with all medications. She denies any history of h...