Davis's Nclex-Rn Success

by Lagerquist, Sally Lambert; Colombraro, Geraldine C.; Lagerquist, Sally Lambert; Morrison, Bobbi; Nelson, Robyn Marchal

• ISBN13: 9780803608160
• ISBN10: 0803608160
• Edition: CD
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-05-01
• Publisher: F a Davis Co

Summary

Examination preparation provides a pre-test to identify strengths and problem areas, review of frequently tested areas, practice test with test-taking tips, and a final test with test-taking tips. CD-ROM contains more than 2000 questions. Outline format. Softcover.

Table of Contents

About the Authors	vii
Preface	ix
Contributing Authors	xiii
List of Tables	xiv
List of Figures	xvi
Orientation and Pre Test	1	(44)
Sally L. Lagerquist
Geraldine Colombraro
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Orientation	1	(10)
How to Use This Review Book as a Study Guide	1	(1)
As a Starting Point
As an End Point
As an Anxiety-Reduction Tool
As a General Study Guide and as a Refresher for Nurses Not Presently in Practice
Where to Begin
While Reviewing
After Reviewing
Key Points to Recall for Better Study	2	(1)
Memorization: Purpose and Strategies	3	(1)
The Mechanics of the National Council Licensure
Examination for Registered Nurses-Computer Adaptive
Test (NCLEX-RN)	3	(4)
How to Prepare for and Score Higher on Exams	7	(2)
The Psychology of Test Taking
Prepare Physically and Mentally
Tips for NCLEX-RN
Tips for Other (Pencil-and-Paper) Tests and Exams
How to Reduce Anxiety	9	(2)
Progressive Relaxation
Instructions
Suggestions for Additional Experiential Vignettes
Pre Test	11	(34)
Introduction	11	(1)
Questions	11	(12)
Answers/Rationale	23	(22)
Guidelines and Tips for International Nurses and Repeat Test-Takers	45	(7)
Sally L. Lagerquist
Tips for NCLEX-RN Candidates Who Must Repeat the Exam	45	(1)
Purpose of This Section
What Is the Difference Between Taking This Exam for the First Time and Repeating It?
What Are Some Risk Factors for Not Passing the First Time?
How Do You Know What You Need to Review?
What to Do to Pass Next Time
A Guide for Graduates of Nursing Schools Outside the United States	46	(1)
How to Use This Book to Serve Special Needs
Test-Taking Tips and Guidelines: Sixty Strategies to Use in Answering Questions	47	(5)
Management of Care---Cultural Diversity, Ethical and Legal Aspects, and Nursing Trends	52	(27)
Sally L. Lagerquist
Cultural Diversity in Nursing Practice	52	(3)
Religious and Spiritual Influences on Health	55	(1)
Nursing Ethics	56	(1)
Patient Bill of Rights	56	(1)
Trends in Nursing Practice	57	(2)
Concepts of Management	59	(1)
Delegation
Disaster Planning	59	(2)
Nursing Organizations	61	(1)
Legal Aspects of Nursing	62	(1)
Organ Donation	63	(16)
Questions Most Frequently Asked by Nurses About Nursing and the Law	64	(3)
Taking orders
Patient's consent
Documentation
Confidentiality
Liability
Good Samaritan Act
Restraints
Wills
Disciplinary action
Floating
Ethical and Legal Considerations in Intensive Care of the Acutely Ill Neonate	67	(1)
Legal Aspects of Psychiatric Care	67	(1)
Legal Aspects of Preparing a Patient for Surgery	68	(1)
Questions	68	(5)
Answers/Rationale	73	(6)
Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family	79	(127)
Bobbi Morrison
Growth and Development	79	(10)
Biologic Foundations of Reproduction	79	(3)
Decision Making Regarding Reproduction	82	(7)
Family planning
Infertility
Interruption of pregnancy
Childbearing: Pregnancy by Trimester	89	(35)
Prenatal Management	96	(2)
Antepartum	98	(11)
Cardiac disease
Rh incompatibility
Diabetes mellitus
Substance abuse
Pregnant adolescent
Older mother
AIDS
Emergency Conditions by Trimester	109	(1)
Common Complications of Pregnancy	109	(12)
Hemorrhagic disorders
Spontaneous abortion
Hydatidiform mole
Ectopic pregnancy
Hyperemesis gravidarum
STDs
Incompetent cervix
Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)
Preeclampsia/eclampsia
Placenta previa
Abruptio placentae
Hydramnios
Diagnostic Tests to Evaluate Fetal Growth and Well-being	121	(3)
The Intrapartal Experience	124	(29)
Biologic foundations of labor
Participatory childbirth techniques
Nursing management of the newborn immediately after birth
Nurse-attended emergency birth
Induction of labor
Operative obstetrics
Complications During the Intrapartal Period	141	(12)
Preterm labor
Grief and childbearing experience
Dystocia
Uterine rupture
Amniotic fluid embolus
Fetus in jeopardy
Prolapsed umbilical cord
Critical Pathway for Intrapartal Stages
The Postpartal Period	153	(15)
Biological foundations of the postpartal period
Psychological/behavioral changes
Breastfeeding and lactation
Complications During the Postpartal Period	157	(11)
Postpartum hemorrhage
Subinvolution
Hypofibrinogenemia
Postpartal infection
Postpartum depression/psychosis
Critical Pathway for Postpartal Period
The Newborn Infant	168	(38)
Biologic foundations of neonatal adaptation
Admission/assessment: 1-4 hours after birth
Critical Pathway for Newborn Care
Complications During the Neonatal Period: The High-Risk Newborn	176	(7)
Neonatal infections
Infant of the diabetic mother (IDM)
Hypoglycemia
Drug-dependent (heroin) neonate
Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)
Preterm infant:
RDS
Retinopathy of prematurity
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Necrotizing enterocolitis
Postterm infant
Congenital Disorders	183	(3)
Congenital heart disease
Hemolytic disease of the newborn
Emotional Support of the High-Risk Infant	186	(1)
General Aspects: Nursing Care of the High-Risk Infant and Family	187	(1)
Questions	187	(8)
Answers/Rationale	195	(11)
Nursing Care of Children and Families	206	(91)
Geraldine C. Colombraro
Introduction	206	(2)
Management of Care of Infants, Children, and Adolescents	206	(1)
Role of the Pediatric Nurse in Management of Care
Safety and Infection Control for Infants, Children, and Adolescents	206	(1)
Role of the Pediatric Nurse in Safety and Infection Control
Prevention and Early Detection of Disease in Infants, Children, and Adolescents	207	(1)
Role of the Pediatric Nurse in Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
Coping and Adaptation in Infants, Children, and Adolescents	207	(1)
Growth and Development	208	(13)
Infant
Erikson's theory of personality development
Parental guidance/teaching
Physical growth
Denver Developmental Screening Test (DDST)
Nursing Interventions
Toddler:
Erikson's theory of personality development
Parental guidance/teaching
Physical growth
DDST
Nursing Interventions
Preschooler:
Erikson's theory of personality development
Parental guidance/teaching
Physical growth
DDST/Developmental norms
Nursing interventions
Schoolage:
Erikson's theory of personality development
Physical growth
Developmental norms
Nursing interventions/parental guidance
Adolescent:
Erikson's theory of personality development
Physical growth
Developmental norms
Nursing interventions/parental guidance
Developmental Disabilities	219	(2)
Down syndrome
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Psychosocial-Cultural Functions	221	(1)
Disorders Affecting Fluid-Gas Transport	222	(17)
Cardiovascular Disorders	222	(3)
Congenital heart disease (CHD)
Disorders of the Blood	225	(5)
Leukemia
Sickle cell anemia
Hemophilia
Pulmonary Disorders	230	(9)
Cystic fibrosis
Pediatric respiratory infections
Apnearelated disorders
Sudden infant death syndrome
Disorders Affecting Protective Functions	239	(21)
Immunity and Communicable Diseases	239	(1)
Reye Syndrome	240	(1)
Autoimmune Disorders	241	(13)
Streptococcus infections/sequelae: Rheumatic fever
Acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis
Kawasaki disease (mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome)
Bacterial infections: Acute otitis media
Bacterial meningitis
Infestations (lice, pinworms)
Accidents: Ingestions and Poisonings	254	(3)
Salicylate poisoning
Acetaminophen poisoning
Lead poisoning
Allergic Response: Threats to Health Status	257	(2)
Infantile eczema
Asthma
Pediatric Surgery: Nursing Considerations	259	(1)
Disorders Affecting Nutritional Functioning	260	(5)
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus	260	(1)
Upper Gastrointestinal Anomalies	260	(5)
Cleft lip and cleft palate
Tracheoesophageal fistula
Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
Disorders Affecting Elimination	265	(4)
Gastrointestinal Disorders	265	(2)
Hirschsprung's disease
Intussusception
Acute gastroenteritis
Genitourinary Disorders	267	(2)
Hypospadias
Wilms' tumor
Nephrosis
Disorders Affecting Comfort, Rest, Activity, and Mobility	269	(5)
Musculoskeletal Disorders	269	(1)
Neuromuscular Disorders	269	(5)
Cerebral palsy
Spina bifida
Disorders Affecting Sensory-Perceptual Functioning	274	(2)
Hydrocephalus
Febrile seizures
Selected Pediatric Emergencies	276	(21)
Questions	276	(9)
Answers/Rationale	285	(12)
Nursing Care of Behavioral and Emotional Problems Throughout the Life Span (Client Need: Psychosocial Integrity)	297	(131)
Sally L. Lagerquist
Growth and Development	298	(29)
Major Theoretical Models	298	(4)
Development of Body Image Throughout the Life Cycle	302	(3)
Body Image Disturbance---Selected Examples	305	(3)
Scope of Human Sexuality Throughout the Life Cycle	308	(1)
Sexual-Health Counseling	308	(5)
Concept of Death Throughout the Life Cycle	313	(2)
Death and Dying	315	(1)
Grief/Bereavement	316	(1)
Mental and Emotional Disorders in Children and Adolescents	317	(7)
Midlife Crisis: Phase of Life Problems	324	(1)
Mental Health Problems of the Aged	325	(2)
Protective Functions	327	(19)
Common Behavioral Problems	327	(8)
Anger
Combative-aggressive behavior
Confusion/disorientation
Demanding behavior
Denial of illness
Dependence
Hostility
Manipulation
Noncompliance and uncooperative behavior
Psychiatric Emergencies	335	(5)
Crisis Intervention	340	(6)
Domestic violence: battered woman
Rape-trauma syndrome
Battered child
Sexual abuse of children
Elder abuse/neglect
Comfort, Rest, Activity, and Mobility Functions	346	(1)
Sleep Disturbance	346	(1)
Eating Disorders	347	(5)
Anorexia Nervosa/Bulimia Nervosa	347	(5)
Critical Pathway: Eating Disorders Program
Sensory-Perceptual Functions	352	(11)
Sensory Disturbance	352	(1)
Delirium, Dementia, and Amnestic and Other Cognitive Disorders	352	(2)
Substance-Related Disorders	354	(9)
Alcohol use disorders
Other substance-related disorders
Critical Pathway: Alcohol Withdrawal Program
Psychosocial-Cultural Functions	363	(14)
Mental Status Assessment	363	(1)
Individual
Cultural
Interviewing	364	(1)
General Principles of Health Teaching	364	(2)
The Therapeutic Nursing Process	366	(4)
Alterations in Self-Concept	370	(1)
Anxiety	371	(2)
Patterns of Adjustment (Coping Mechanisms)	373	(2)
Anxiety Disorders (Anxiety and Phobic Neuroses)	375	(2)
Generalized anxiety disorder
Panic disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Phobic disorders
Acute stress disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder
Critical Pathway: Care for the Posttrauma Client
Dissociative Disorders (Hysterical Neuroses, Dissociative Type)	377	(21)
Somatoform Disorders	377	(4)
Somatization disorder
Conversion disorder (hysterical neuroses, conversion type)
Hypochondriasis (hypochondriacal neurosis)
Other Conditions in Which Psychological Factors Affect Medical Conditions (Psychophysiological Disorders)	381	(1)
Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders	382	(3)
Delusional (Paranoid) Disorders	385	(3)
Critical Pathway: Care for Client with Schizophrenic Psychosis
Personality Disorders	388	(1)
Mood Disorders	389	(9)
Major depressive disorder
Bipolar disorders
Critical Pathway: Care for the Depressed Client
Critical Pathway: Care for the Client Experiencing a Manic Episode
Treatment Modes	398	(30)
Milieu Therapy	398	(1)
Behavior Modification	398	(1)
Activity Therapy	399	(1)
Group Therapy	399	(2)
Reality Orientation and Resocialization	401	(1)
Family Therapy	402	(2)
Electroconclusive Therapy	404	(1)
Glossary	404	(2)
Questions	406	(10)
Answers/Rationale	416	(12)
Nursing Care of the Acutely III and the Chronically III Adult	428	(235)
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Assessment, Analysis, and Nursing Diagnosis of the Adult	428	(8)
Subjective Data	428	(1)
Objective Data	429	(7)
Physical assessment
Routine laboratory studies
Preventive care
Adult immunizations
Growth and Development	436	(2)
Young Adulthood (20-30 Years of Age)	436	(1)
Adulthood (31-45 Years of Age)	436	(1)
Middle Life (46-64 Years of Age)	436	(1)
Early Late Years (65-79 Years of Age)	437	(1)
Later Years (80 Years of Age and Older)	437	(1)
Fluid-Gas Transport	438	(26)
Conditions Affecting Fluid Transport	438	(26)
Hypertension
Cardiac dysrhythmias
Cardiac arrest
Arteriosclerosis
Angina pectoris
Myocardial infarction
Cardiac valvular defects
Cardiac catheterization
Critical Pathway: Acute MI
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty
Cardiopulmonary bypass (MIDCAB)
Heart failure
Pulmonary edema
Critical Pathway: Heart Failure
Shock
Disseminated intravascular coagulation
Pericarditis
Chronic arterial occlusive disease
Aneurysms
Varicose veins
Vein ligation and stripping
Thrombophlebitis
Peripheral embolism
Conditions Affecting Tissue Perfusion	464	(5)
Iron deficiency anemia
Hemolytic anemia
Pernicious anemia
Polycythemia vera
Leukemia
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
Splenectomy
Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances	469	(8)
Fluid volume deficit
Fluid volume excess
Common electrolyte imbalances (Na+, K+, Ca2+, Mg2+)
Acid-base balance
Conditions Affecting Gas Transport	477	(16)
Pneumonia
Atelectasis
Pulmonary embolism
Histoplasmosis
Tuberculosis
Emphysema
Asthma
Bronchitis
Acute adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
Pneumothorax
Hemothorax
Chest trauma
Thoracic surgery
Tracheostomy
Protective Functions	493	(18)
Burns
Lyme disease
Rheumatoid arthritis
Lupus erythematosus
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
The Perioperative Experience	500	(11)
Preoperative preparation
Intraoperative preparation
Postoperative care and complications
Nutrition	511	(21)
General nutritional deficiencies
Celiac disease
Hepatitis
Pancreatitis
Cirrhosis
Esophageal varices
Diaphragmatic (hiatal) hernia
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Peptic ulcer disease
Gastric surgery
Dumping syndrome
Total parenteral nutrition
Diabetes
Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
Cholecystitis/cholelithiasis
Elimination	532	(76)
Conditions Affecting Bowel Elimination	532	(7)
Appendicitis
Hernia
Diverticulosis
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn's disease
Intestinal obstruction
Fecal diversion (ileostomy, colostomy)
Hemorrhoids
Conditions Affecting Urinary Elimination	539	(10)
Pyelonephritis (PN)
Acute glomerulonephritis
Acute renal failure
Chronic renal failure
Dialysis
Kidney transplantation
Nephrectomy
Renal calculi (urolithiasis)
Lithotripsy
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Prostatectomy
Urinary diversion
Sensory/Perceptual Functions	549	(16)
Laryngectomy
Aphasia
Meniere's disease
Otosclerosis
Stapedectomy
Deafness
Glaucoma
Cataract
Cataract removal
Retinal detachment
Blindness
Traumatic injuries to the brain
Increased intracranial pressure
Craniotomy
Epilepsy
Transient ischemic attacks
Ischemic stroke
Clinical Pathway: Stroke
Bacterial meningitis
Encephalitis
Comfort, Rest, Activity, and Mobility	565	(43)
Pain
Immobility
Complications of immobilization
Fractures
Types of traction
Compartment syndrome
Osteoarthritis
Total hip replacement
Total knee replacement
Amputation
Gout
Clinical Pathway: Hip Arthroplasty
Herniated/ruptured disk
Laminectomy
Spinal cord injuries
Clinical Pathway: Posterior Spinal Fusion (PSF)
Spinal shock
Autonomic dysreflexia
Hyperthyroidism
Thyroid storm
Thyroidectomy
Hypothyroidism
Cushing's disease
Adrenalectomy
Addison's disease
Multiple sclerosis
Myasthenia gravis
Parkinson's disease
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Cancer	608	(20)
Treatment Modalities
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Immunotherapy
Palliative care
Types of Cancer
Lung
Colon and rectal
Breast
Uterine
Prostate
Bladder
Laryngeal
Additional types of cancer
Emergency Nursing Procedures	628	(35)
Questions	639	(10)
Answers/Rationale	649	(14)
The Older Adult	663	(9)
Robyn Nelson
Introduction	663	(9)
Health assessment of the older adult
General nursing diagnoses in the older adult
Problems associated with the older adult
Functional rating scales for the older adult Social resources rating scale
Economic resources rating scale
Mental health rating scale
Physical health rating scale
Performance rating scale for activities of daily living
Functional screening examination
Review of Nutrition	672	(16)
Sally L. Lagerquist
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation	672	(2)
Nutritional Needs of the Newborn	674	(1)
Recommended Dietary Allowances: Pediatric, Adult, Pregnancy, Lactation	674	(1)
Ethnic Food Patterns	674	(1)
Common Vitamins and Related Deficiencies	674	(6)
Nutritional Needs of the Older Adult	680	(1)
Religious Considerations in Meal Planning	681	(1)
Special Diets	681	(1)
Common Therapeutic Diets	681	(3)
Food List for Ready Reference in Menu Planning	684	(4)
Questions	686	(1)
Answers/Rationale	686	(2)
Review of Pharmacology	688	(58)
Geraldine Colombraro
Sally L. Lagerquist
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Guidelines for Administering Medications to Infants and Children	688	(2)
Common Psychotropic Drugs	690	(6)
Absorption Rates	696	(1)
Regional Analgesia-Anesthesia in Labor and Delivery	696	(1)
Mind-Altering Substances	696	(1)
Common Drugs	696	(36)
Food and Fluid Considerations with Drugs	732	(1)
Antineoplastic Drug Classifications	732	(2)
Properties of Selected Analgesic Agents	734	(1)
Equianalgesic Dosing for Opioid Analgesics	734	(12)
Questions	736	(3)
Answers/Rationale	739	(7)
Common Diagnostic Procedures, Intravenous and Oxygen Therapy, Isolation Precautions, and Hands-on Nursing Care	746	(33)
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Common Diagnostic Procedures	746	(7)
Noninvasive diagnostic procedures ECG
EEG
X-ray
Upper GI
Lower GI
CT
MRI
Ultrasound
Pulmonary function studies
Sputum studies
Gastric analysis
Glucose testing
Invasive diagnostic procedures
Procedures to evaluate the cardiovascular system
Procedures to evaluate the respiratory system
Procedures to evaluate the renal system
Procedures to evaluate the digestive system
Procedures to evaluate the reproductive system in women
Procedures to evaluate the neuroendocrine system
Procedures to evaluate the skeletal system
Diagnostic Tests to Evaluate Fetal Well-being	753	(1)
Newborn Screening Procedures	753	(3)
Intravenous Therapy	756	(6)
Infusion systems
Fluid administration
Fluid and electrolyte therapy
Blood transfusions
Intravenous cancer chemotherapy
Complications of IV therapy
Oxygen Therapy	762	(2)
Intubation and mechanical ventilation
Positioning the Patient	764	(1)
Commonly Used Tubes	764	(1)
Colostomy Care	764	(8)
Basic Prosthetic Care	772	(1)
Guidelines for Isolation Precautions	772	(3)
Bladder Training	775	(1)
Bowel Training	775	(4)
Questions	776	(1)
Answers/Rationale	776	(3)
Practice Test	779	(18)
Geraldine Colombraro
Sally L. Lagerquist
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
Introduction	779	(1)
Questions	779	(9)
Answers/Rationale	788	(9)
Final Test	797	(88)
Geraldine Colombraro
Sally L. Lagerquist
Bobbi Morrison
Robyn Nelson
Janice Stecchi
What Is the Final Test?	797	(2)
Selection of Content and Distribution of the Questions	797	(1)
Timing	797	(1)
Test Results	797	(1)
Suggestions for Further Study	798	(1)
Questions	799	(16)
Answers/Rationale	815	(19)
Appendices
A. Laboratory Values	834	(4)
B. NCLEX-RN Test Plan: Four General Client Needs and 10 Subcategories: Definitions/Descriptions	838	(3)
C. Index: Content Related to Four General Client Needs and 10 Subcategories	841	(6)
D. Index: Questions Related to Four General Client Needs	847	(3)
E. Index: Questions Related to 10 Subcategories Under Four General Client Needs	850	(5)
F. NCLEX-RN Test Plan: Nursing Process Definitions/Descriptions	855	(3)
G. Index: Questions Related to Nursing Process	858	(3)
H. Eight Detailed Areas of Human Functions: Definitions/Descriptions	861	(2)
I. Index: Content RElated to Eight Detailed Areas of Human Functions	863	(2)
J. Index: Questions Related to Eight Detailed Areas of Human Functions	865	(4)
K. Reduction of Risk Potential Index: Diagnostic Procedures/Tests	869	(2)
L. Common Acronyms and Abbreviations	871	(4)
M. Quick Guide to Common Clinical Signs	875	(2)
N. Memory Aids	877	(5)
O. Directory of State Boards of Nursing	882	(3)
Index	885