NCLEX-RN Exam Cram, 5th Edition

Index

A

ABCD assessment, emergency nursing, 366

airway, 367

breathing, 367-368

circulation, 368-369

deficits, 369

abdominal injuries, 371-372

abducens nerve, 258

abortions, 304-305

abruptio placenta, 307

absence seizures, 252

abstinence (contraception), 319

ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors, 22-23

acetaminophen overdose, 357

acid/base balance, 90

influence of aging, 98-99

metabolic acidosis, 91-93

metabolic alkalosis, 95-96

normal electrolyte values, 97-98

nursing skills, 89

pH regulation, 91

practice exam questions, 100-102

resources, 103, 599

respiratory acidosis, 93-94

respiratory alkalosis, 96-97

terminology, 89

acidosis

metabolic, 91-93

respiratory, 93-94

acids, 90

acquired heart disorders, 340

acquired immuno-deficiency syndrome ...