Nclex Rn Prep Exam Questions (117 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

low pulse ox percentage {Ans: indicated impaired gas exchange <90%}true labor {Ans: Pain in the lower back that radiates to the abdomen; pain accompanied by regular rhythmic contractions; contractions that intensify with ambulation; progressive cervical dilation and effacement}Grave's Disease/ hyperthyroidism {Ans: - Anxiety & insomnia - Palpitations - Heat intolerance - Increased perspiration - Weight loss without decreased appetite Physical examination: - Goiter - protrusion of eyeballs - Hypertension - Tremors involving fingers/hands - Hyperreflexia - Proximal muscle weakness - Lid lag - Atrial fibrillation}adverse reactions of Cisplatin {Ans: adverse reactions: Peripheral neuropathy, constipation, OTOTOXICITY!!!}false labor {Ans: Discomfort localized in abdomen; no lower back pain; contractions decrease in intensity or frequency with ambulation;}low pressure alarm {Ans: - tube leak or disconnect/ client pulled out tube -enotrach or trach cuff leak -loss of airway}Signs of developing peritonitis for someone receiving peritoneal dialysis {Ans: low-grade fever, tachycardia, and cloudy outflow (effluent)}Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism {Ans: -admin scheduled anticoagulants (enoxaparin) unless actively bleeding -use of intermittent pneumatic compression devices or antiembolism stockings -frequent ambulation (4-6x daily as tolerated ) - foot and leg exercises ( extend and flex feet and knees ) **AVOID crossing legs