cueprepNCLEX-RN GI & Renal Procedures Flashcards
Master 6 gi & renal procedures concepts for the NCLEX-RN.
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A nurse has just inserted a nasogastric (NG) tube. Which verification method is the gold standard before administering the first feeding?
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Complete the statement regarding nasogastric suctioning risks:
Prolonged gastric suctioning removes acid, placing the client at risk for metabolic . To replace output, the nurse anticipates an order for IV fluids.
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What is the expected consistency of ileostomy output, and what is the primary physiological risk for the patient?
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Complete the assessment guidelines for a hemodialysis arteriovenous (AV) fistula:
To verify patency, the nurse palpates for a and auscultates for a. The nurse must strictly avoid on the affected arm.
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A nurse is monitoring the outflow (drain) during a peritoneal dialysis cycle. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
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After a thyroidectomy, what two specific pieces of emergency equipment must be kept at the bedside?