Physiologic Adaptation NCLEX Review Answers and Rationale
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1. Answer: C. The uterus is being over-stimulated with oxytocin. Remember, most sources recommend discontinuing Pitocin if contraction last longer than 75-90 seconds, are less than 2 minutes apart, have minimal or no resting tone, or if there is an ominous or non-reassuring FHR pattern.
2. Answer: A. Administering anesthesia depresses the central nervous system... Continue Reading
Physiologic Adaptation NCLEX Review
1. Andrea is admitted to the labor suite is to be induced with oxytocin (Pitocin). One hour after starting to receive the medication, the nurse makes the following observations: Contractions are 80 seconds in duration and occur every 2 minutes. The nurse should:
a. Slow the maintenance intravenous solution infusion rate to 10 drops per minute
b. Increase the flow rate of the... Continue Reading
Physiological Adaptation NCLEX Questions [ANSWERS & RATIONALE]
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1. A. The parathyroid glands regulate calcium in the body. Excessive activity results in calcium leaving the bones and teeth to enter the bloodstream. This makes the bones more brittle and susceptible to fracture.
2. C. Peritonitis is a grave complication with peritoneal dialysis. Hemodialysis may be necessary... Continue Reading
Physiological Adaptation NCLEX Questions
1. The client with hyperparathyroidism should have extremities handled gently because
a. Decreased calcium bone deposits can lead to pathologic fractures.
b. Edema causes stretched tissue to tear easily.
c. Polyuria leads to dry skin and mucous membranes that can break down.
d. Hypertension can lead to a stroke with residual paralysis.
2. The nurse will evaluate for the most... Continue Reading
NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN Examination Pass Rate 2011
Below is the NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN Examination passing rates for the year 2011 released by National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
A chart that shows quarterly and yearly volume and pass rate data for the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN examinations.
The data includes the number of candidates taking the NCLEX Examination and the percentage of passing, by type of candidate.
Table of... Continue Reading
NCLEX Pass Rate 4th Quarter 2011
Below is the NCLEX RN and NCLEX PN Examination passing rates for the 4th quarter of 2011 released by National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
The data includes the number of candidates taking the NCLEX Examination and the percentage of passing, by type of candidate.
Table of Pass Rates 2011 4q
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(ANSWERS and RATIONALE) – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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1. A. Furadantin antimicrobial activity is more potent in an acid urine. Ascorbic acid or vitamin C tablets acidify the urine.
2. A. These signs, in addition to laryngeal edema, are characteristic of an allergic reaction that is, less spe- cifically, a transfusion reaction. Chills, increased temp-... Continue Reading
NCLEX Questions – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
1. The client who is receiving Furadantin for a urinary tract infection may also receive ascorbic acid. The rationale for this additional agent is to
a. Acidify the urine.
b. Alkalinize the urine.
c. Fortify mucosal resistance.
d. Promote tissue repair.
2. A client receiving a blood transfusion begins to wheeze and her skin becomes flushed with hives. The nurse knows that... Continue Reading
(ANSWERS & RATIONALE) Health Promotion and Maintenance NCLEX RN Review
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1. C. Celiac disease is caused by an intolerance to gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, oats, barley and rye, All the foods in option 3 contain gluten. Option 1 would be eliminated if the child had a lactose intolerance, option 4 would be eliminated if the child had a fat intolerance.
2. D. The most important assessment is vital signs... Continue Reading