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1
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______ is used in myesthenia gravis to confirm the diagnosis.

A

Tensilon

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Myesthenia gravis is caused by a d/o in the transmission of impulses from _____ to _____

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nerve to muscle

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ALS is a condition in which there is a degeneration of&raquo_space;»>

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Neurons in both the upper & lower motor neuron system

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Esophagus doesn’t fully develop (surgically emergency)

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transesophageal fistula

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5
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The 3 C’s of TEF.
1)
2)
3)

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cough
choking
cyanosis

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6
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The MMR vaccine is given?

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SQ

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Mass-casulty

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Red- unstable, occluded airway, actively bleeding, see first
Yellow- stable, can wait up to an hour for tx , ie burn see second
Green- stable, can wait even longer to be seen, “walking wounded”
Black-unstable clients that will probably not make it, need comfort measures
DOA-dead on arrival

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They put an amulet or any other use of protective charms around their baby’s neck to avoid “evil eye” or envy of others.

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greek heritage

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9
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Cannot interpret TIME. Need to explain time in relationship to a known COMMON event (Mom will be back after supper)

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4 year olds

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Name a contrainindication for Hep B vaccine.

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Anaphylactic reaction to baker’s yeast.

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Do you have an allergy to ___? (before flu shot)

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eggs

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Do you have an allergy to ____ or ____ before MMR?

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eggs

neomycin

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When on nitroprusside, monitor ______. Normal value should be __, over is heading towards toxicity.

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thiocynate (cyanide)

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14
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Can you still give immunization if your child has a cold?

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YES

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15
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SARS is ____ +____ , just like ?

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airborne & contact … varicella

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16
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HEP A is _____

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contact precaution

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17
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Tetanus, Hep B, HIV _____ _____

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standard precautions

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18
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Williams position ?

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semi fowler’s with knees flexed to relieve lower back pain.

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19
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External rotation, shortening, adduction !

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signs of a fractured hip

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Fat Embolism : ____ tinged sputum, (r/t inflammation), increase ___, ABGs?, HYPO_____, increased serum lipids, “snow storm” effect on chest x-ray

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blood
serum lipids
respiratory alkalosis
HYPOcalcemia

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21
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Complications of mechanical ventilators

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pneumothorax, ulcers

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22
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Allupurinal = NO ______

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vitamin C

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A localized disorder of bone remodeling that typically begins with excessive bone resorption followed by an increase in bone formation.

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Paget’s disease

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24
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Name 3 s/s of Paget’s disease

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tinnitus, bone pain, enlargement of bone, thick bones

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An X-ray test that provides pictures of the kidneys, the bladder, the ureters, and the urethra.

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Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP)

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26
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IVP requires ___ ___ so they can visualize the bladder better.

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bowel prep

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27
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Acid Ash diet

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cheese, corn, cranberries, plums, prunes, meat, poultry, pastry, bread

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Alk Ash diet

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milk, veggies, rhubarb, salmon

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29
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Orange Tag is psych ?

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non emergent

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30
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Greenstick fractures, usually seen in ___ bone breaks on one side and ___ on the other

A

kid

bend

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___ is a side effect of thyroid hormones. Increased metabolism, your body is too busy to sleep as opposed to the folks with hypothyroidism who may report ____ (dec met rate, body is slow and sleepy)

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Insomnia

Somoneolence

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32
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____ for strabisms. Patch the ___ eyes so that the weaker eye can get stronger.

A

botox

good

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33
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Tidal volume=
COPD patients : __LNC or less (hypoxic not hypercapnic drive), PaO2 of ___ and SaO2 of ___ is normal for them b/c they are chronic retainers

A

7-10 ml/kg

2, 60%, 90%

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34
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What to use to reverse the effects of pancuronium bromide ( a nondepolarizing muscle relaxant approved to induce skeletal muscle relaxation during anesthesia and to facilitate the management of patients undergoing mechanical ventilation)

A

atropine and neostigmine( a parasympathomimetic ,treats MG)

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35
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Amphotericin b will cause.. ____ (amongst many other things, gotta pre-medicate patient before giving). Most likely will get a ?

A

hypocalcemia
fever
Amphotericin B- antifungal

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36
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Test for ___ before the administration of ASPARAGINASE

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sensitivity

a cancer drug that treats leukemia

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37
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Take Vermox with ? (increases absorption)

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high fat diet

Vermox is used to treat infections caused by worms such as whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm

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38
Q

Kidney Glucose threshold?

A

180

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39
Q

Amphogel and Renegal take with

A

meals

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40
Q

Stranger anxiety is greatest at which age?
Separation anxiety peaks in ______.
MMR is a ___ shot?

A

7-9
toddler
SQ

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41
Q

Lymes is mostly found in ?

Asthma and Arthritis (sport?)

A

Conneticut

swimming

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Irreversible, involuntary movements of the tongue , face & extremities, may happen after…

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Tardive Dyskinesia

may happen after prolonged use of antipsychotics

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Motor restlessness , need to keep going, tx with antiparkinson’s meds, can be mistaken for agitation

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akathisia

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When drawing ABGs put blood in a ____ tube, make sure there are no ____, put on ___ immediately after drawing, with a label indicating if the patient was on….

A

heparinized
bubble
label
room air, how many L of O2

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45
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What test should you do before ABG to check for significant blood flow?

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Allen’s test

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Before going to the PFT , a pts_____withheld and they are not allowed to….

A

bronchodilator

smoke for 4 hours prior

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47
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For a lung biopsy , position patient…. have patient breath in mid-expiration, chest x-ray done immediately afterwards to check for complications of pneumothorax, ___ dressing applied

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lying on the side of the bed or with the arms raised up on the pillows over the bedside table
sterile

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For a lumbar puncture, pt is position in _______, keep pt FLAT for ___ hours afterwards, sterile dressing, frequent ___ assessments

A

lateral recumbent fetal position
2-3 hours
neuro

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EEG hold med for _____ prior, no caffine or cigarettes for __ hours prior , PT CAN EAT, pt must stay awake night before exam, pt. may be asked to ____ and watch a bright flashing light, after EEG, assess pt for ____ because the will be at an increased risk

A

24-48
24
hyperventilate
seizures

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50
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A test that detects electrical activity in your brain using small, flat metal discs (electrodes) attached to your scalp.

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An electroencephalogram (EEG)

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51
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Diamox used for ____ can cause _____

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glaucoma, hypokalemia

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52
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Dexedrine used for ___ may alter ___ needs, avoid taking with ____, take in the ____. What is a possible side effect

A 
ADHD
insulin
MAOis
morning
insomnia
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53
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Cytovene used for ____ caused by cytomegalovirus, pt will need regular eye exams. REPORT (3 things immediately!)

A

retinitis
dizziness
confusion
seizures

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54
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INH used to treat and prevent ____, do not give with ____, can cause ____ toxicity, monitor LFT’s, give with ___, what will occcur initially and then resolve?

A 
TB
Dilantin
phenytonin
B6
hypotension
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55
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What for TB dues bodily fluids orange

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Rifampin

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56
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If mixing antipsychotics (Haldol, Throazine, Prolixin) with fluids, med is incompatible with two liquids?

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Apple Juice and caffine

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57
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Preferred antipsychotic in the elderly? But high risk for ________ monitor for early sign of reaction and give with ?

A

Haldol
extrapyramidal S.E: (dystonia, TD, tightening of jaw, stiff neck, swollen tongue, later on swollen airway)
Benadryl IM

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58
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First line anti-psych drug for children? Doses over 6 MG can cause?

A

risperdal

TD

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Lavodopa for ______ , contraindicated in patients with ____, avoid ___

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Parkinsons
Glaucoma
B6

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60
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Sinemet for _____ , contraindicated with ?

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MAOIs

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61
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Hydroxurea for ____, report ____symptoms immediately could be signs of toxicity

A

sickle-cell

GI

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Zocor for _____, take on _____ to enhance absorption, report any unexplained ….. especially if there is a ?

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hyperlipidemia
empty stomach
muscle pain
fever

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63
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Decorticate is toward the __ and Decerbrit is the other way (out)

A

CORD!

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64
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BOTOX (Botulin toxin) can be used with ____ also to ____ in spasmodic dysphonia

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strabismus

relax vocal cord

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65
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A psychiatric d/o that causes an individual to self-inflict injury or illness or to fabricate symptoms, of physical or mental illness, in order to receive medical care or hospitilization.

A

Munchausen syndrome

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66
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An individual typically a mother, intentionally causes or fabricates illness in a child or other person under her care.

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Muchausen by proxy

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67
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A chronic, progressive disease with demyelinating lesions in the CNS which affect the white matter of the brain and spinal cord
Motor:
Sensory:
Cerebral:

A

MS
Motor: limb weakness, paralysis, slow speech
Sensory: numbness, tingling tinnitus
Cerebral: nystagmus, ataxia, dysphagia, dysarthia

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68
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Chorea: 50% genetic, autosomal dominant d/o
s/s: ___,___, movements of the face, limb, body. __ deteriorates to …..
No cure! Just palliative care

A

writhering, twisting

gait, no ambulation

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69
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WBC shift to the ____ with pyelonephritis (neutrophils kick in to fight infections)

A

left

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70
Q

Definitive dx for AAA->

A

CT scan

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71
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Uremic fetor->

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smell urine on the breath; a urine-like odor on the breath of persons with uremia.The odor occurs from the smell of ammonia, which is created in the saliva as a breakdown product of urea

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72
Q

Don’t use Kayexalate if ?

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hypoactive bowel sounds

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73
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Bile is lower obstruction , no bile is upper obstruction, ribbon-like stool

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Hirschsprung’s

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74
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Pancreatic enzymes are…

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taken with each meal, not before or after

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75
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A person should not have ___ & ___ before an occult blood test?

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cantaloupe and fish, cantaloupe is high in Vit C which causes a false + for occult blood

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76
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Hypospadius: Abnormality where the ____ ___ is located on the ___ surface of the penis from the corona to the perineum.

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urethral meatus , ventral back , remember hypo(low)- for the lower side or the underside

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77
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Opening of the urethra on the dorsal front surface of the penis

A

Epispadias

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78
Q

Painful erection lasting longer than 6 hours.

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Priapism

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79
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Anticholinergic effects: assessment

- Four cant’s !

A

can’t spit- dry mouth
cant’s piss- urinary retention
can’t shit- constipation
can’t see- blurred vision

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80
Q

When you see coffee Brown emesis think?
Anytime you see fluid retention think?
An answer that delays tx is ALWAYS wrong

A

peptic ulcer

haert problems

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81
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PVD-> DAVE

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Dependent for arterial, Venous elevated

82
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NCLEX tip

A

When choosing an answer think in this manner, if you can only do ONLY on thing to help this patient what would it be? Pick in the most important intervention

83
Q

NCLEX tip

A

If two answers are the exact opposite. For example bradycardia & tachycardia, one is probably the answer

84
Q

NCLEX tip

A

If two or three answers are similar or alike, none is correct

85
Q

NCLEX tip

A

When asking questions,never use WHY

86
Q

NCLEX tip

A

If you have never heard of it don’t pick it

87
Q

NCLEX tip

A

Never release traction unless you have an order from the MD to do so

88
Q

NCLEX tip

A

Questions about halo? Remember safety first, have a screwdriver nearby

89
Q

Compartment syndrome is an emergency. Top two classic symptoms. other P’s.. Neuromuscular damage is irreversible __

A

Pain and paresthesias( pallor, pulselessness, paralysis, poikilothermia)
4-6 hours after onset

90
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NCLEX tip

A

Always deal with actual problems or harm before potential problems

91
Q

NCLEX tip

A

Always select a patient focused answer

92
Q

NCLEX tip

A

An answer that states reassess in 15 mins is probably wrong

93
Q

Interpersonal Model

Infancy (0-18 months) others will…

A

satisfy needs

94
Q

Interpersonal Model

Childhood (>6)- learn to delay…

A

delay need gratification

95
Q

Interpersonal Model

Juvenile (6-9)-learn to relate

A

to peers

96
Q

Interpersonal Model

Preadolescence(9-12)-learns to relate to ___

A

friends of opposite sex

97
Q 
Interpersonal Model
Early adolescence(12-14)-
A

learn independence and how to relate to opposite sex

98
Q 
Interpersonal Model
Late adolescence(14-21)- develop...
A

intimate relationship with person of opposite sex

99
Q

Fetal alcohol syndrome- What’s up with this babies nose? size? lip?

A

upturned nose
flat nasal bridge
thin upper lip
SGA

100
Q

Where to admin IM for 6 month infants?

A

Vastus lateralis

101
Q

Where to admin IM for toddler if 18 months and older

A

Ventrogluteal

102
Q

Two IM sites appropriate for children?

A

deltoid and gluteus maximus

103
Q

Quick Abbreviations
OU-
OS-
OD-

A

both eyes
left eye
right eye (dominant right eye)

104
Q

COAL !

A

cane, opposite, affected, leg

105
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RED- IMMEDIATE !

A

injuries are life threatening but survivable with minimal intervention. EX- hemothorax, tension pneumothorax, unstable chest and abdominal wounds, INCOMPLETE amputations , open fx’s of long bones, and 2nd/3rd degree burns with 15-40% body surface

106
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Yellow- DELAYED!

A

Injures are significant and require medical care, but can wait hrs w/o threat to life or limb. Ex: stable and wounds without evidence of hemorrhage, fx requiring open reduction, debridement, external fixation , most eyes and CNS injuries

107
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Green-MINIMAL !

A

Injuries are minor tx can be delayed to hrs or days, Individuals in this group should be moved away from main triage area. Ex: upper extremity fx, minor burns, sprains, sm lacerations, behavior d/o

108
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BLACK-EXPECTORANT

A

Injuries are extensive and chance of survival are unlikely. Seperate but don’t abandoned, comfort measures if possible. Ex- unresponsive, SCI, wounds with anatomical organs, 2nd/3rd degree burn with 60% of body surface area, seizures, profound shock with multiple injuries, no pulse, b.p, pupils fixed and dilated

109
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Thoracentesis prep- Take v.s, shave area needle insertion, how to position patient, no more than _______ at a time, Post-procedure…

A

position patient with arms on pillow on over bed table or lying side, listen for bilateral breath sounds, vs, check leakage , sterile dressing

110
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NCLEX TIP

A

CT- assess for allergies

MRI- claustrophobia, no metal, assess pacemaker

111
Q

Cardiac cath: NPO___, ____ bladder, check pulses, tell pt that they may feel??or a desire to cough with dye injection. Post-op : vital signs, keep legs straight, bedrest for 6-8 hours

A

8-12 hours
empty
palpitations

112
Q

Cerebral angio prep- well hydrated, lie ___, pulses marked !. Post- keep flat for ___ hours, check site, pulses, force fluids

A

flat

12-14 hours

113
Q

Lumbar puncture: __ position, POST- neuro assessment 15-30 mins until stable, flat for 2-3 hours, encourage fluids, what to take for HA?? observe dressing.

A

flat

oral analgesics

114
Q

EEG- the night before? meals ? tranquilizers. stimulants? may be asked to ? 3-4 mins with ?

A

NO SLEEP
not withheld
held 24-48 hours before
hyperventilate, bright flashing light

115
Q

Myelogram: How long NPO? allergy hx, Phenothiazines, CNS depressants, and stimulants withheld ? table will be moved to various positions during the test. Neuro checks , water soluble = ? oil soluble =? oral analgesics for HA, encourage po fluids, assess for distended bladder, inspect site

A

4-6 hours, 48 hours, HOB up, HOB down,

116
Q

A diagnostic imaging procedure done by a radiologist. It uses a contrast dye and X-rays or computed tomography (CT) to look for problems in the spinal canal, including the spinal cord, nerve roots, and other tissues.

A

Myelogram

117
Q

Liver biopsy: Admin(2 thing) ____, NPO morning of exam , Teach patient that he will be asked to …. position ? Post-procedure: position ? frequent vs, repost severe abdominal pain stat, no heavy lifting for a week

A

Vitamin K and sedative

hold breath 10-15 sec, supine position lateral with upper arm elevated. Post- RIGHT side

118
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Laparoscopy: __ used to enhance visual, general anesthesia, Foley! Post- what to do with patient to decrease __ build up from procedure

A

CO2
CO2
walk with patient

119
Q

Paracentesis : Position? empty bladder ! Post- vs, report elevated temp, observe for signs of ?

A

semi fowlers, or upright on edge of bed

hypovolemia from pulling off too much fluid

120
Q

A form of imaging of the renal pelvis and ureter. Types include: Intravenous pyelogram In which a contrast solution is introduced through a vein into the circulatory system.Assess for ?

A

pyelogram, allergies

121
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Sengstake blakemore tube used for the tx of ? keep what at the bedside?

A

esophageal varices, keep scissors

122
Q

Hemovac- used after mastectomy, empty when full or Q8hr, remove contents, place on flat surface, cleanse opening and plug with sponge. How to remove air? , release plug, check system for operation

A

compress evacuator completely to remove air

123
Q

S/S: Pulmonary tuberculosis : afternoon?

A

low-grade fever

124
Q

S/S: Pneumonia -> sputum color

A

rusty

125
Q

S/S: Asthma-> wheezing on?

A

expiration

126
Q

S/S: Emphysema-> chest?

A

barrel

127
Q

S/S: Kawasaki syndrome?

A

strawberry-tongue

128
Q

S/S: Pernicious anemia-> tongue?

A

red-beefy

129
Q

S/S: Down-syndrome-> tongue?

A

protruding

130
Q

S/S:Cholera-> stool?

A

rice,watery stool: A bacterial disease causing severe diarrhea and dehydration, usually spread in water.

131
Q

S/S:Malaria-> stepladder like ___ with ___

A

fever w/ chills

132
Q

S/S:Typhoid-> abdomen?

A

rose-spots: symptomatic bacterial infection due to Salmonella Typhi

133
Q

S/S: Diptheria->______ formation

A

psuedo membrane : infection of the nose and throat : due to an infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae.

134
Q

S/S:Measles-> ____ spots

A

kopliks

135
Q

S/S:SLE-> rashes

A

butter-fly

136
Q

Liver cirrhosis -> spider-like ___

A

varices

137
Q

Leprosy- face?

A

lioning face

138
Q

Bulimia- face?

A

chimpmunk

139
Q

Appendicitis…

A

rebound tenderness

140
Q

Dengue: A mosquito-borne disease occurring in tropical and subtropical areas. S/S

A

petechiae or (+) Herman’s sign

141
Q

Meningitis

1) Leg flex then leg pain on extension
2) Neck flex=lower leg flex

A

Kernig

Brudzinski

142
Q

Tetany: _____ (+) Trousseau’s sign /carpopedal spasm; Chvostek sign (facial spasm)

A

hypocalcemia

143
Q

Risus sardonicus occurs in-> a highly characteristic, abnormal, sustained spasm of the facial muscles that appears to produce grinning

A

tetanus

144
Q

Cullen’s sign(ecchymosis of umbilicus) and Grey turners spots( bruising of the flanks)

A

pancreatitis

145
Q

Olive like mass.

A

pyloric stenosis

146
Q

Machine like murmur

A

PDA

147
Q

Bronze like skin pigmentation..

A

Addison’s disease

148
Q

Moon face appearance and buffalo bump

A

Addison’s disease

149
Q

Exopthlamus

A

Grave’s disease/hyperthyroidism

150
Q

Sausage shaped mass, dance sign (empty portion of RLQ)

A

Intussusception

151
Q

Ms-Charcot’s Triad=SIN

A
  1. Nystagmus (the uncontrolled movement of the eyes from in a lateral motion)
  2. Intention tremor
  3. Staccato speech
152
Q

Descending muscle weakness.

A

MG

153
Q

Ascending muscle weakness

A

GB

154
Q

Homan’s sign?

A

DVT:A positive sign is present when there is pain in the calf on forceful and abrupt dorsiflexion of the patient’s foot at the ankle while the knee is extended

155
Q

Vesicular Rash (central to distal) drew drop on rose petal

A

Chicken Pox

156
Q

Crushing stubbing pain relived by NTG

A

Anginia

157
Q

MI- crushing stubbing pain which radiates to _____ shoulder, neck, arms, unrelieved by NTG.

A

left

158
Q

Inspiratory Stridor

A

Croup

159
Q

TEF (Tetralogy of Fallot )

A

Coughing
Chocking
Cyanosis
Continous Drooling

160
Q

Epiglottis - 3 D’s

A

drooling, dysphonia , dysphagia: A flap that is made of elastic cartilage tissue covered with a mucous membrane, attached to the entrance of the larynx.

161
Q

Painless, progressive enlargement of spleen & lymph tissues, Reedstenberg cells

A

Hodgekin’s DSE/Lymphoma

162
Q

Hallmarks of mononucleosis… (3 things)

A

sore throat, CERVICAL lymph adenopathy, fever

163
Q

Pill-rolling tremors

A

Parkinsons

164
Q

Fibrin Hyalin(Respiratory distress syndrome): ____ grunt

A

expiratory grunt

165
Q

Salty Skin

A

Cystic fibrosis

166
Q

Polyuria, Polydispia, Polyphagia

A

DM

167
Q

Kussmauls breathing (deep & rapid)

A

DKA

168
Q

Bladder cancer-> painless?

A

hematuria

169
Q

Reduced size and force of urine

A

BPH

170
Q

Pemphigus Vulgaris: Nikolksky’s sign-> separation of? caused by?

A

Separation of epidermis caused by rubbing of the skin.

Immune d/o: chronic blistering skin disease with skin lesions that are rarely pruritic, but which are often painful

171
Q

Retinal detachement: (3 things)

A

visual floaters, flashes of light, curtain vision

172
Q

Painful vision loss, tunnel/gun barrel/halo vision (peripheral vision loss)

A

Glaucoma

173
Q

Painless vision loss, opacity of the lens, blurred vision

A

Cataracts

174
Q

Retino Blastoma - Cat’s eye reflex (color?)

A

grayish discoloration of the pupils

175
Q

Coarse facial feature..

A

acromegaly: Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder that develops when your pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone during adulthood. When this happens, your bones increase in size, including those of your hands, feet and face. Acromegaly usually affects middle-aged adults.

176
Q

Gower’s sign (use of hands to push one’s self from the floor)

A

Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy

177
Q

Barrets esophagus (erosion of the ___ portion of the esophageal mucosa)

A

lower, GERD

178
Q

Flapping, temors

A

hepatic encephalopathy

179
Q

Increase ICP vs Shock

A

ICP- hypertension, brachypnea, bradycardia

Shock- hypotension, tachypnea, tachycardia

180
Q

Meniere’s Disease ( 2 things)

A

vertigo, tinnitus : Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes spontaneous episodes of vertigo — a sensation of a spinning motion — along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and sometimes a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ear. In many cases, Meniere’s disease affects only one ear.

181
Q

Cystitis - ____ during urination

A

burining

182
Q

Chvostek & Trosseaus Sign

A

HYPOcalcemia

183
Q

Recurrent bloody diarrhea

A

Ulcerative colitis

184
Q

Lyme’s disease - what kind of rash ?

A

Bull’s rash

185
Q

Ottorhea(An infection of the air-filled space behind the eardrum) = ___ fracture
Signs of orbital fracture?

A

Basilar

racoons eyes, battles sign

186
Q

Take iron elixir with 1) and 2) NEVER With ?

A

juice and water, MILK

187
Q

Kawasaki’s leads to ?

A

cardiac problems

188
Q

Dilantin

A

10-20

189
Q

Theophyline

A

10-20

190
Q

Acetaminophen

A

10-20

191
Q

Lithium

A

0.5-1.5

192
Q

Digoxin

A

0.8-2.0

193
Q

Osteomyletitis is an ______ bone disease. Give _____ cultures, _____, then if necessary surgery to drain abscess.

A

infectious, blood cultures, antibiotics

194
Q

Nephrotic syndrome s/s 1)_______ 2)_____ . Turn and reposition (risk of impaired skin integrity)

A

edema, HYPOtension

195
Q

NCLEX Tips

A

To access role relationship pattern focus on image and relationships with others.

196
Q

Renal impairment: Serum creatine ______ Urine Clearance______

A

elevated, decreased

197
Q

Norm.Serum creatinine: ___(men), _____(women)

Norm. Urine clearance -> _____ (lab values)

A

0.8-1.8(men), 0.5-1.5 (women)

85-135

198
Q

Atropine

A

Hot as a Hare (TEMP) , Mad as a Hatter (LOC), Red as a beet (flushed face), and dry as a BONE (thirsty)

199
Q

Hemoglobin levels

A

Neonates 18-17
3 months 10.6-16.5
3 yrs 9.4-15.5
10 yrs 10.7-15.5

200
Q

Glomerulonephritis : Take vs q__hrs + daily weights

A

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