ATI RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam
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Normal range is 70-100 mg/dl.
Blood glucose level
Jitteriness Common sign of hypoglycemia in newborns.
Hip arthroplasty Surgical procedure to replace hip joint.
Abducted position Hips positioned away from midline post-surgery.
Subtotal thyroidectomy Partial removal of the thyroid gland.
Administered to prevent hypocalcemia post-
Calcium gluconate
thyroidectomy.
Medication half-life Time taken for drug concentration to halve.
Adverse effects Unintended harmful reactions to medications.
Client advocacy Supporting clients' rights and informed choices.
Client's agreement after understanding procedure
Informed consent
details.
Gastrostomy tube Nutritional support via tube inserted in stomach.
feedings
Feeding administration Recommended duration is 30 minutes for safety.
time
, Supine position Lying flat on back, often post-feeding.
Digoxin Medication used to treat heart conditions.
Apical pulse Heart rate measured at the apex of the heart.
Sickle-cell anemia Genetic disorder affecting red blood cell shape.
Acute chest syndrome Serious complication in sickle-cell anemia patients.
Indicates respiratory distress, requires immediate
Substernal retractions
attention.
Temperature 37.9 C Slight fever, may indicate infection.
Potassium level Normal range is 3.5-5.0 mEq/L.
Infrequent bowel movements, can indicate medication
Constipation
side effect.
Feeding bag change Recommended every 3 days for hygiene.
Gastric Lavage Procedure to cleanse stomach contents.
NG Tube Nasogastric tube for feeding or medication.
Amyotrophic Lateral Progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting
Sclerosis (ALS) motor neurons.
Speech-Language Professional aiding communication and swallowing
Pathologist disorders.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Autoimmune disorder causing joint inflammation.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Blood test measuring inflammation level.
Rate
Petechiae Small red or purple spots from bleeding.
Platelet Count Test measuring number of platelets in blood.
Life-Sustaining Measures Medical procedures to prolong life.
Ethics Committee Group addressing ethical issues in healthcare.
Contact Precautions Infection control practices to prevent transmission.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program to improve heart health post-infarction.
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Terms in this set (542)
Normal range is 70-100 mg/dl.
Blood glucose level
Jitteriness Common sign of hypoglycemia in newborns.
Hip arthroplasty Surgical procedure to replace hip joint.
Abducted position Hips positioned away from midline post-surgery.
Subtotal thyroidectomy Partial removal of the thyroid gland.
Administered to prevent hypocalcemia post-
Calcium gluconate
thyroidectomy.
Medication half-life Time taken for drug concentration to halve.
Adverse effects Unintended harmful reactions to medications.
Client advocacy Supporting clients' rights and informed choices.
Client's agreement after understanding procedure
Informed consent
details.
Gastrostomy tube Nutritional support via tube inserted in stomach.
feedings
Feeding administration Recommended duration is 30 minutes for safety.
time
, Supine position Lying flat on back, often post-feeding.
Digoxin Medication used to treat heart conditions.
Apical pulse Heart rate measured at the apex of the heart.
Sickle-cell anemia Genetic disorder affecting red blood cell shape.
Acute chest syndrome Serious complication in sickle-cell anemia patients.
Indicates respiratory distress, requires immediate
Substernal retractions
attention.
Temperature 37.9 C Slight fever, may indicate infection.
Potassium level Normal range is 3.5-5.0 mEq/L.
Infrequent bowel movements, can indicate medication
Constipation
side effect.
Feeding bag change Recommended every 3 days for hygiene.
Gastric Lavage Procedure to cleanse stomach contents.
NG Tube Nasogastric tube for feeding or medication.
Amyotrophic Lateral Progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting
Sclerosis (ALS) motor neurons.
Speech-Language Professional aiding communication and swallowing
Pathologist disorders.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Autoimmune disorder causing joint inflammation.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Blood test measuring inflammation level.
Rate
Petechiae Small red or purple spots from bleeding.
Platelet Count Test measuring number of platelets in blood.
Life-Sustaining Measures Medical procedures to prolong life.
Ethics Committee Group addressing ethical issues in healthcare.
Contact Precautions Infection control practices to prevent transmission.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program to improve heart health post-infarction.
