NCLEX Examination. Practice Question # 867. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Diabetic ketoacidosis is a life threatening complication of type 1 diabetes mellitus that develops when a severe insulin deficiency occurs. The main clinical manifestations include hyperglycemia, dehydration, ketosis, and acidosis. Nursing Interventions Restore circulating blood volume and protect against cerebral, coronary, and renal hypoperfusion….
nclex examination. Practice Question # 866. Myxedema Coma: ▪ This rare but serious disorder results from persistently low thyroid production. ▪ Coma can be precipitated by acute illness, rapid withdrawal of thyroid medication, anesthesia and surgery, hypothermia, or the use of sedatives and opioid analgesics. Assessment of Myxedema Coma: Hypotension Bradycardia Hypothermia Hyponatremia…
NCLEX Examination. Practice Question # 865. Kidney Functions Vital to the regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance, the kidneys normally filter 170 L of plasma every day in the adult, while excreting only 1.5 L of urine. They act both autonomously and in response to blood-borne messengers, such as aldosterone and antidiuretic hormone…
NCLEX Examination. Practice Question. Here are ways to avoid common errors: AVOID MEDICATION ERRORS 1 Avoid distractions when preparing medication. 2 Avoid conversations while preparing medication. 3 Only administer medications that you prepare. 4 Only pour or prepare medication from…
NCLEX Examination. Practice Question # 863. Bronchoscopy is the direct inspection and examination of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi through either a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope or a rigid bronchoscope. The fiberoptic scope is used more frequently in current practice. The purposes of diagnostic bronchoscopy are: (1) to examine tissues or collect secretions,…
