Nursing NGN NCLEX Quiz

A computer-adaptive test assessing critical thinking and clinical judgment in nursing, focusing on patient-centered care.

Empowering patients to manage their care by providing information and strategies.

Making informed decisions about patient care, considering patient needs & context.

Systematic collection of patient data to understand health status.

Study of drugs, their effects, and uses in treating diseases.

Using multiple formats like multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, select-all-that-apply, and image-based questions.

Adjusting patient education to meet individual learning styles, culture, and understanding.

Making decisions based on patient needs, physical condition, emotional state, values, and preferences

Categories of drugs based on their chemical structure, therapeutic use, or mechanism of action.

How a drug produces its effect in the body.

The study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted by the body.

Undesirable effects of a drug.

Precise amount of a drug to be given.

Effects that occur when one drug affects the action of another.

Methods used to give medications.

Process where the body breaks down a drug into inactive substances.

Methods to prevent and manage the spread of infections.

Washing hands to prevent infection.

Equipment like gloves, gowns, and masks to prevent infection.

How germs spread from one person to another.

Actions taken to stop the spread of infections.

Equipment that has been exposed to harmful germs.

A break in the skull bone, often serious.

Bruising around the eyes, a sign of skull fracture.

A positive test involving a ring of blood on filter paper indicating a skull fracture.

Stabilizing a fractured jaw with wires to heal properly.

Essential tools for managing jaw fracture wires in emergencies.

Injury to the voice box (larynx), often requiring hospitalization.

Air trapped under the skin, a possible sign of laryngeal trauma.

Inability to produce sound, a possible laryngeal trauma symptom.

Inflammation of the sinuses.

Drugs to reduce congestion in the nose. However, overuse can lead to rebound congestion.

Effective nasal congestion treatments that usually do NOT lead to rebound congestion.

Common cold; inflammation in the nasal passages and pharynx.

Inflammation of the pharynx, often causing sore throat.

A bacterial infection of the throat. Requires testing and potential antibiotics to avoid complications.

Medicines sprayed into the nose to reduce inflammation and allergy symptoms.

Rinsing the nasal passages with a saline solution to remove mucus and irritants.

Allergies that are present year-round, not just seasonal.

Runny nose; mucus dripping from the nose.

Viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, causing cold-like symptoms.

Infection of the upper throat and nose caused by the adenovirus.

Acetylcysteine and activated charcoal are used to treat acetaminophen overdose, ideally within 8 hours.

A medication used for acetaminophen overdose, given IV or nebulized.

A substance used for acetaminophen overdose treatment, best given within 1 hour.

Cancers affecting the head and neck region, usually squamous cell carcinomas.

Common type of head and neck cancers.

White patches in the mouth or around the mouth that can be a sign of oral cancer.

Red patches in the mouth, possibly a sign of oral cancer.

A type of radiation therapy that precisely targets tumors, delivering radiation to the affected area while minimizing harm to surrounding healthy tissues.

A temporary loss or change in the voice, a common side effect of proton beam therapy for head and neck cancers. Improves within weeks.

A painful sensation in the throat, often a side effect of radiation therapy. Can be managed with various methods.

Difficulty swallowing, a potential side effect of head and neck cancer treatments.

Skin reactions, including dryness to more severe reactions, that can occur with proton or radiation therapy.

A common side effect of head and neck radiation therapy. Can be temporary or long-term.

A cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells.

Combination of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Cancer treatment using substances to target cancer cells, often leaving healthy cells unharmed.

A cancer treatment that uses the body's own immune system to fight cancer.

Treatment of cancer which involves removing the tumor or affected tissue.

Prolonged or recurring bleeding, often a symptom of underlying medical conditions.

Basic Metabolic Panel; a blood test assessing electrolytes, kidney, and liver function.

Blood tests measuring clotting factors; crucial for assessing bleeding risk.

Examination of urine for abnormalities, infections, and dehydration.

Low levels of albumin (protein) in the blood, often due to malnutrition.

Tests like AST, ALT, Alk Phos to assess the liver and kidneys' ability to process medications and rule out potential issues.

Test for Human Papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted infection.

Testing for specific molecules (e.g., EGFR, HER-2) that can indicate cancer type and/or treatment response.

Imaging technique to visualize the digestive system, showing tumor borders and potential metastases.

Advanced imaging techniques for visualizing internal structures, helping diagnose cancer and identify metastasis.

Imaging technique used to detect cancer spread to the bones.

Procedure using a camera to visualize the digestive tract, often done under sedation.

Removal of tissue sample for examination to determine the type of cells and stage of cancer.

Use of high-energy radiation to treat cancer, potentially effective for small cancers in specific locations.

Surgical removal of the larynx (voice box).

Surgical creation of an opening into the trachea for breathing.

Relating to the mouth and pharynx (throat).

Educating the patient and family about the surgery and recovery.

Surgical removal of entire larynx, resulting in permanent loss of voice and a permanent stoma.

Surgical removal of a portion of the larynx, often leading to a temporary tracheostomy.

Surgical removal of lymph nodes and surrounding tissue in the neck.

Continuous oozing of bright red blood from the carotid artery.

Large amount of bright red blood spurting from the carotid artery.

Continual observation of vital signs, airway, and hemodynamic status after surgery.

Blockage of the airway.

Taking immediate action to ensure the patient's airway is open and clear for breathing.

Maintaining the airway and gas exchange after a surgical procedure.

Expect some blood mixed with secretions for 1-2 days after surgery.

Specific care for patients who've had a total laryngectomy, similar to trach care.

Essential post-surgical actions to clear the airway and promote lung function.

Removing secretions from the mouth to maintain a clear airway.

A swallowing method for patients with partial laryngectomy where the patient learns how to maneuver swallowing food to protect the trachea.

Daily care of the surgical opening for breathing in the neck after a laryngectomy or tracheostomy

Monitor grafts and donor sites for 72 hours for signs of complications.

Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) is used for pain management in a post-surgical patient.

Consult with a registered dietitian about diet and nutrition if patients experience sensory changes.

Methods for patients who have trouble speaking after surgery

Therapy to help improve speech in patients following a laryngectomy or other related procedures

Support provided related to patient mental and emotional health following surgery.