Posts tagged nclex tips
NCLEX Tips on Infection Control
Mar 11th
These are the things you need to study regarding Infection Control in NCLEX exam. Read on.
Infection Control Tips in NCLEX Questions1. Bear in mind the important matters of infection control.
The main thing in infection control is Handwashing. It’s an important part of universal precautions and can be done by either More >
Free NCLEX Questions
Feb 13th
If you want to pass the NCLEX test, you better practice with lots of NCLEX questions to familiarize yourself with the test and sharpen your test taking skills and strategies.
Free Online NCLEX Questions Review and Test
I have compiled helpful NCLEX type questions commonly asked in the exam and I’m listing it here More >
NCLEX Review Notes: Legg-Calve-Perthes
Nov 13th
NCLEX Review on Musculoskeletal Diseases: Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease: poor blood supply to the superior aspect of the femur. Most common in boys ages 4-10. The femur ball flattens out and deteriorates. 4x higher incidence in boys + Bony cresent sign.
Symptoms: Hip and Knee pain Limited AROM and PROM Pain with gait More >
NCLEX Tip: Narrowing the search
Oct 25th
How do you narrow the search for correct answer?
Whenever two answer choices are direct opposites, the correct answer choice is usually one of the two. It is hard for test writers to resist making one of the wrong answer choices with the same wording, but changing one word to make More >
NCLEX Scoring and Tips
Oct 3rd
How many NCLEX questions do I have to answer in NCLEX test?
The minimum number of questions asked on the NCLEX-RN examination is 75. The maximum number of questions is 265. The exam is presented in CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) structure which means the difficulty of the questions varies significantly. If you miss More >
NCLEX Tips on Nursing Procedures
Sep 29th
Before taking the NCLEX, check on these Nursing Procedures that might come out: 1.Bone scan, after the procedure, increase fluid intake 2.Colonoscopy, obtain a consent
3.Alpha feto protein level: decreased indicates down’s syndrome 4.NST reactive: indicates fetal well being 5.Tracheostomy care: remove any potential source of infection like a wet towel on More >
NCLEX Tips on Diseases
Sep 27th
Be sure to check this list of diseases common in NCLEX questions:
1.Pancreatitis- best roommate: client with ulcerative colitis 2.Dysthymia: assess for depression and risk for suicide 3.Infectious Mononucleosis- avoid contact sports as it may cause splenic rupture 4.Cystic Fibrosis- pancrease is best given with each meals and snacks 5.Graves disease: Common More >
NCLEX Review Pointers: Drugs
Sep 22nd
NCLEX Review Tips About Drugs
1.AMIODARONE HCL (CORDARONE)- monitor heart rate and rhythm 2.ENTACAPONE (COMTAN) –antiparkinsonian, May cause photosensitivity so protect the eyes in sunlight 3.ALMOTRIPTAN MALEATE (AXERT)- serotonin receptor agonist, used to treat NOT to prevent migraine headaches 4. PANTOPRAZOLE (PROTONIX)– do not crush the medication 5. IBUPROFEN (MOTRIN) – More >
NCLEX Review Essentials Quiz 1
May 29th
Flex your NCLEX muscles with these 20 questions NCLEX Review Essentials 1.
NCLEX Review Essentials Quiz 11. An adult client has been medicated for elective surgery. The operating room nurse discovers that the consent form for surgery has not been signed. What should the nurse do?
1. Have the client sign the More >
SATA in NCLEX
Feb 17th
Multiple response questions or Select All That Apply (SATA) questions are very common in NCLEX Test, so it helps a lot if you include studying them in your NCLEX Review. Here’s some of them: DILANTIN • do not floss throughout the day • do not use hard bristled toothbrush • Gingivitis S/E
BLADDER More >
