NCLEX-PN Exam Cram 5th Edition:
Covers exactly what you need to know to score higher on your NCLEX-PN exam
400 sample test questions help you gain confidence and decide when you’re ready to take the actual exam
Includes the popular Cram Sheet tear card to help you remember key concepts and do extra last-minute
Exam Alerts identify important information found on the exam
Simplifies key medication aide concepts and techniques for easy learning
Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your NCLEX-PN exam!
- Discover how the NCLEX-PN exam works, and how best to prepare for it
- Understand essential disease processes, treatments, and diagnostic studies
- Care for clients with respiratory, genitourinary, hematopoietic, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, cardiovascular, neurological, and many other disorders
- Serve maternal, infant, and pediatric clients
- Provide compassionate and effective psychiatric care
- Consider cultural, religious, and legal concerns associated with client care
- Review all stages of the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Address client needs for a safe, effective care environment; health promotion and maintenance; and psychosocial and physiological integrity.
About the authors:
Wilda Rinehart Gardner received an Associate Degree in Nursing from Northeast Mississippi Community College in Booneville, Mississippi. After working as a staff nurse and charge nurse, she became a public health nurse and served in that capacity for a number of years. In 1975, she received her nurse practitioner certification in the area of obstetrics-gynecology from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. In 1979, she completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Mississippi University for Women. In 1980, she completed her Master of Science degree in Nursing from the same university and accepted a faculty position at Northeast Mississippi Community College, where she taught medical-surgical nursing and maternal-newborn nursing. In 1982, she founded Rinehart and Associates Nursing Consultants. For the past 26 years, she and her associates have worked with nursing graduates and schools of nursing to assist graduates to pass the National Council Licensure Exam for Nursing. She has also worked as a curriculum consultant with faculty to improve test construction. Ms. Rinehart has served as a convention speaker throughout the southeastern United States and as a reviewer of medical-surgical and obstetric texts. She has co-authored materials used in seminars presented by Rinehart and Associates Nursing Review.
Dr. Diann Sloan received an Associate Degree in Nursing from Northeast Mississippi Community College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Mississippi, and a Master of Science degree in Nursing from Mississippi University for Women. In addition to her nursing degrees, she holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Georgia State University and a Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education, with minors in both Psychology and Educational Psychology, from Mississippi State University. She has completed additional graduate studies in healthcare administration at Western New England College and the University of Mississippi. Dr. Sloan has taught pediatric nursing, psychiatric mental health nursing, and medical-surgical nursing in both associate degree and baccalaureate nursing programs. As a member of Rinehart and Associates Nursing Review, Dr. Sloan has conducted test construction workshops for faculty and nursing review seminars for both registered and practical nurse graduates. She has co-authored materials used in the item-writing workshops for nursing faculty and Rinehart and Associates Nursing Review. She is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau nursing honor society.
Clara Hurd received an Associate Degree in Nursing from Northeast Mississippi Community College in Booneville, Mississippi (1975). Her experiences in nursing are clinically based, having served as a staff nurse in medical-surgical nursing. She has worked as an oncology, intensive care, orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric nurse. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of North Alabama in Florence, Alabama, and her Master of Science degree in Nursing from the Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, Mississippi. She currently serves as a nurse educator consultant and an independent contractor. Ms. Hurd has taught in both associate degree and baccalaureate degree nursing programs. She was a faculty member of Mississippi University for Women; Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee; Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee; and Northeast Mississippi Community College. Ms. Hurd joined Rinehart and Associates in 1993. She has worked with students in preparing for the National Council Licensure Exam and with faculty as a consultant in writing test items. Ms. Hurd has also been a presenter at nursing conventions on various topics, including item-writing for nursing faculty. Her primary professional goal is to prepare the student and graduate for excellence in the delivery of healthcare.
Reviews about the ebook:
- Kimberly Delmundo:
This book was amazing and I highly recommend it! I bought this book roughly three weeks before the NCLEX-PN and judiciously read a chapter or two (because it’s just THAT short and easy to read) a day. I just passed my NCLEX two days ago with a minimum of 85 questions! Keep in mind that I’m HORRIBLE with written tests. The Cram Sheet was also very useful. Definitely worth the money. Good luck to all those taking the NCLEX! You’ll do amazing. 🙂 - Min:
This book is amazing, I like to use it when making flashcards for my tests, it breaks down everything into much simpler terms, everything is right there in each chapter, I would call this a lifesaver for me. It has everything you need as a nursing student as far as information goes, practice questions are a bonus as well as the first page of all land values & normal ranges, which is a must know of course. - Rebekah J Murga:
This book was perfect, because of this book I was able to pass my NCLEX exam first attempt! The book is divided into chapters, each of them provides the information in simplistic words, but they are very helpful. A lot of quizzes are in the book and it’s a code for your computer so you can take it online. This is a really helpful book, but you should find other books and materials to help you study such as one is not enough. - Addie:
Great study book. I’ll let you know after I take my boards. - Robyn Joy:
Passed my NCLEX first try in 85 questions! I read each chapter and did one of the practice tests every day, starting about 4 weeks before I sat for my exam. - Angelica:
THE REVIEW IS UP TO THE POINT, EASY TO UNDERSTAND AND THE TOPICS ARE VERY RELEVANT. THANK YOU
SO-OOOO MUCH FOR OVERNIGHT THE BOOK. WE NEEDED IT ASAP AND DESPERATELY!!WE LOVE YOU!!!!! THOMPSON AND HER STUDENTS.
- Vincent:
Great rationales for NCLEX questions. Breaks down the answer to its questions. Good review resource.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Welcome to the NCLEX-PN® Exam Cram
Taking the Computerized Adaptive Test
The Cost of the Exam
How to Prepare for the Exam
How to Use This Book
About the Book
Contact the Authors
Self-Assessment
Companion Website
Accessing the Pearson Test Prep Software and Questions
Self-Assessment
Testing Your Exam Readiness
Chapter 1 Preparing for the National Council Exam for Licensed Practical Nurses
Preparing for the Exam
The Computer Adaptive Test
Testing Strategies
Reading the Question Carefully
Look for Keywords
Watch for Specific Details
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Chapter 2 Simplifying Pharmacology
Pharmacology
Three Areas of Pharmacology
How Nurses Work with Pharmacology
Time-Released Drugs
Administering Medications
Understanding and Identifying the Various Drugs
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
Beta Adrenergic Blockers
Anti-Infectives (Aminoglycosides)
Benzodiazepines (Anticonvulsants/Antianxiety)
Phenothiazines (Antipsychotic/Antiemetic)
Glucocorticoids
Antivirals
Cholesterol-Lowering Agents
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers
Histamine 2 Antagonists
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Anticoagulants
More Drug Identification Helpers
Herbals
Drug Schedules
Pregnancy Categories for Drugs
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 3 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Respiratory System
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Bronchitis
Emphysema
Asthma
Acute Respiratory Infections
Pneumonia
Pleurisy
Tuberculosis
Influenza
Acute Respiratory Failure
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Pulmonary Embolus
Emerging Infections
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
Legionnaire’s Disease
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 4 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Renal and Genitourinary System
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
End Stage Renal Disease
Peritoneal Dialysis
Hemodialysis
Renal Transplantation
Nephrotic Syndrome
Urinary Calculi
Urinary Tract Infections
Genitourinary Disorders
Prostatitis
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Bladder Cancer
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 5 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Hematopoietic System
Anemia
Pernicious Anemia
Aplastic Anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Cooley’s Anemia (Thalassemia Major)
Hemophilia
Polycythemia Vera
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 6 Caring for the Client with Disorders of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance and Acid/Base Balance
Basic Knowledge of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
Regulation of pH and Its Effect on Fluid and Electrolytes
How the Body Regulates pH
Metabolic Acidosis
Causes of Metabolic Acidosis
Symptoms of Metabolic Acidosis
Care of the Client with Metabolic Acidosis
Respiratory Acidosis
Causes of Respiratory Acidosis
Symptoms of Respiratory Acidosis
Caring for the Client with Respiratory Acidosis
Metabolic Alkalosis
Causes of Metabolic Alkalosis
Symptoms of Metabolic Alkalosis
Caring for the Client with Metabolic Alkalosis
Respiratory Alkalosis
Symptoms of Respiratory Alkalosis
Care of the Client with Respiratory Alkalosis
Normal Electrolyte Values
Changes Associated with Aging
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and
Chapter 7 Caring for the Client with Burns
Burn Classifications
Burn Measurement with TBSA
Nursing Care for Burn Victims
The Resuscitative (Emergent) Phase
The Acute (Intermediate) Phase
Dressings for Burns
The Rehabilitative Phase
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 8 Caring for the Client with Sensorineural Disorders
Disorders of the Eyes
Intraocular Disorders
Retinal Disorders
Refractive Errors
Traumatic Injuries
Visual Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Ear Disorders
Otitis Externa
Otitis Media
Meniere’s Disease
Otosclerosis
Presbycusis
Ear Trauma
Assisting Clients with Hearing Loss
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 9 Caring for the Client with Cancer
Cancer
American Cancer Society’s Seven Warning Signs of Cancer
The Four Major Categories of Cancer
Risk Factors for Specific Cancers
Cancer Prevention
Patient Teaching
Management of the Client with Cancer
Radiation
Chemotherapy
Bone Marrow Transplantation and Stem Cell Transplantation (SCT)
Types of Transplants
Nursing Care After Transplantation
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Diagnosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Prognosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Treatment of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 10 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Gastrointestinal System
Ulcers
Types of Ulcers
Treatment of Ulcers
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Crohn’s Disease (Regional Enteritis)
Ulcerative Colitis
Diverticulitis
Diagnosis of Diverticulitis
Treatment of Diverticulitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Diseases Associated with the Liver
Hepatitis
Cirrhosis
Pancreatitis
Cholecystitis/Cholelithiasis
Symptoms of Cholecystitis and Cholelithiasis
Diagnosis of Cholecystitis/Cholethiasis
Treatment of Cholecystitis
Treatment of Cholethiasis
Clostridium Difficile
Food-Borne Illnesses
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 11 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System
Fractures
Treating Fractures
Compartment Syndrome
Osteomyelitis
Osteoporosis
Treatment of Osteoporosis
Gout
Treatment of the Client with Gout
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Musculoskeletal Surgical Procedures
Fractured Hip and Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Amputations
Assistive Devices for Ambulation
Crutches
Canes
Walkers
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 12 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Endocrine System
The Endocrine System
Pituitary Disorders
Tumors of the Pituitary
Thyroid Disorders
Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Parathyroid Disorders
Hypoparathyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism
Adrenal Gland Disorders
Adrenocortical Insufficiency (Addison’s Disease)
Adrenocortical Hypersecretion (Cushing’s Syndrome) or Cushing’s Disease
Diabetes Mellitus
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 13 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
Hypertension
Medications Used to Treat Hypertension
Heart Block
Toxicity to Medications
Malfunction of the Conduction System
Myocardial Infarction
Diagnosis of Myocardial Infarction
Management of Myocardial Infarction Clients
Inflammatory Diseases of the Heart
Infective Endocarditis
Pericarditis
Buerger’s Disease
Thrombophlebitis
Raynaud’s Syndrome
Aneurysms
Congestive Heart Failure
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 14 Caring for the Client with Disorders of the Neurological System
Seizures
Types of Seizures
Treatment of Seizure Clients
Status Epilepticus
Brain Injuries
Epidural Hematomas
Subdural Hematoma
Treatment of Epidural and Subdural Hematomas
Increased Intracranial Pressure
Treatment of ICP
Neurological Assessment
Cranial Nerve Assessment
Glasgow Coma Scale
Intracranial Pressure Monitors
Care of the Client with Intracranial Surgery (Craniotomy)
Cerebrovascular Accident/Stroke
Spinal Cord Injury
Treatment of Spinal Cord Injuries
Potential Complications with SCI Clients
Guillain-Barré
Treating Clients with Guillian-Barré
Degenerative Neurological Disorders
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 15 Caring for the Client with Psychiatric Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
Specific Phobia
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Trauma-Related Disorders
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Dissociative Disorders
Dissociative Identity Disorder
Somatic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Paranoid Personality Disorder
Schizoid Personality Disorder
Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Histrionic Personality Disorder
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Dependent Personality Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
Managing Clients with Personality Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorders
Substance Abuse
Alcoholism
Other Commonly Abused Substances
Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence
Disruptive, Control, and Conduct Disorders
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Eating Disorders
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 16 Caring for the Maternal/Infant Client
Signs of Pregnancy
Presumptive Signs
Probable Signs
Positive Signs
Prenatal Care
Prenatal Diet and Weight Maintenance
Alpha-Fetoprotein Screening
Other Prenatal Diagnostic Tests
Assessing Fetal Heart Tones
Ultrasonography
Signs of Complications of Pregnancy
Types of Abortions
Complications Affecting Pregnancy
Diabetes in Pregnancy
Preeclampsia
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
Cord Prolapse
Abruptio Placenta
Placenta Previa
Maternal Infections
Preterm Labor
Intrapartal Care
Stages of Labor
Phases of Labor
Important Terms You Should Know
Prelabor Testing
Fetal Monitoring
Pharmacologic Management of Labor
Postpartum Care
Terms Associated with the Normal Newborn
Rh Incompatibility
Contraception
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Chapter 17 Caring for the Pediatric Client
Growth and Development
Infant (28 Days to 1 Year)
Toddler (1—3 Years)
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Preschooler (3—5 Years)
School Age (6—12 Years)
Adolescence (12—18 Years)
Congenital Anomalies
Anomalies of the Gastrointestinal System
Anomalies of the Musculoskeltal System
Anomalies of the Cardiovascular System
Inborn Errors of Metabolism
Respiratory Disorders
Acute Otitis Media
Tonsillitis
Laryngotracheobronchitis
Acute Epiglottitis
Bronchiolitis
Cystic Fibrosis (Mucoviscidosis)
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Gastroenteritis
Pyloric Stenosis
Intussusception
Celiac Disease (Gluten-Induced Enteropathy, Celiac Sprue)
Cardiovascular Disorders
Rheumatic Fever
Kawasaki Disease (Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome)
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Scoliosis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (Coxa Plana)
Muscular Dystrophies
Childhood Cancer
Wilms Tumor (Nephroblastoma)
Leukemia
Osteogenic Sarcoma (Osteosarcoma)
Ingestion of Hazardous Substances
Salicylate Overdose
Acetaminophen Overdose
Lead Poisoning (Plumbism)
Iron Poisoning
Diagnostic Tests for Review
Pharmacology Categories for Review
Exam Prep Questions
Answer Rationales
Suggested Reading and Resources
Practice Exam 1
Answers to Practice Exam 1
Practice Exam 2
Answers to Practice Exam 2
Appendix A Things You Forgot
Appendix B Need to Know More?
Appendix C Calculations
Glossary
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