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Exam Preview - Correct answer-A static exam available for download in English
and French that allows candidates to review exam items similar to REx-PN items
they may see on test day.
REx-PN - Correct answer-The actual exam for nursing candidates that the exam
preview does not predict the outcome of.
Hemophilia - Correct answer-A genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability to
make blood clots.
Hemarthrosis - Correct answer-Bleeding into a joint space, often associated with
hemophilia.
Cold intolerance - Correct answer-A symptom reported by clients with
hypothyroidism indicating an inability to tolerate cold temperatures.
Acute pancreatitis - Correct answer-An inflammation of the pancreas that can
cause absent bowel sounds and vomiting.
,Diabetes mellitus (type 2) - Correct answer-A chronic condition that affects the
way the body processes blood sugar (glucose) and can lead to constipation.
Coronary artery disease (CAD) - Correct answer-A condition characterized by
narrowed coronary arteries which can lead to changes in pulse and nausea.
Heparin therapy - Correct answer-A treatment for pulmonary emboli that requires
monitoring of specific laboratory tests for effectiveness.
Prothrombin time (PT) - Correct answer-A laboratory test that measures how long
it takes blood to clot, important for monitoring anticoagulation therapy.
Complete blood count (CBC) - Correct answer-A blood test that evaluates overall
health and detects a variety of disorders, including anemia and infection.
Fibrinogen degradation products - Correct answer-Substances produced when
fibrinogen is broken down, which can indicate clotting disorders.
Activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) - Correct answer-A laboratory test
used to evaluate the intrinsic pathway of coagulation and monitor heparin therapy.
Hepatitis A (HAV) - Correct answer-A highly contagious liver infection caused by
the hepatitis A virus, often preventable by proper hygiene.
Bottled water - Correct answer-Recommended over tap water for clients with
hepatitis A to avoid potential contaminants.
,Gastric cancer prevention - Correct answer-Strategies to reduce the risk of
developing gastric cancer, including dietary changes and lifestyle modifications.
Folic acid - Correct answer-A B vitamin that is suggested to be increased in the
diet for gastric cancer prevention.
Smoking cessation program - Correct answer-A program designed to help
individuals stop smoking, which is a risk factor for gastric cancer.
Stool antigen test - Correct answer-A diagnostic test that detects the presence of
Helicobacter pylori in the stool.
Helicobacter pylori - Correct answer-A type of bacteria that can cause stomach
infections and is associated with peptic ulcers.
Sucralfate - Correct answer-A medication used to treat ulcers by forming a
protective barrier over the ulcer site.
Clarithromycin - Correct answer-An antibiotic used to treat various infections,
including those caused by Helicobacter pylori.
Omeprazole - Correct answer-A proton pump inhibitor that reduces stomach acid
production, often used in ulcer treatment.
Ibuprofen - Correct answer-A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used
for pain relief, which should be used cautiously in clients with gastric conditions.
, Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) - Correct answer-A procedure used to
examine the upper digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, and
duodenum.
Gastric ulcer - Correct answer-A sore that develops on the lining of the stomach.
Sucralfate - Correct answer-A medication used to treat and prevent ulcers in the
intestines, typically administered as 1 g, p.o., 4 times daily, 1 hour before meals
and at bedtime.
Clarithromycin - Correct answer-An antibiotic used to treat various bacterial
infections, typically administered as 500 mg, p.o., twice daily.
Omeprazole - Correct answer-A proton pump inhibitor used to reduce stomach
acid, typically administered as 40 mg, p.o., daily, in the morning.
Ibuprofen - Correct answer-A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used
to relieve pain and reduce inflammation, typically administered as 200 mg, p.o.,
every 4 hours, p.r.n., for epigastric pain.
Peripheral arterial insufficiency - Correct answer-A condition characterized by
reduced blood flow to the limbs due to narrowed arteries.