General Discussion

• Acid/Base

120/80

Systolic/Systole

• The pressure in the arteries during the heart's contraction

Diastolic/Diastole

• The pressure in the arteries during the heart's relaxation (Fill)

Perfect Prep Time

• 5-7 weeks

• 3-4 days/week (2-3 hrs.)

• No more than 2 categories per day

NCLEX Study Techniques

Activated Charcoal

• Used for poisonings and medication OD

• The ingestion must have been within 60 minutes

• They must be awake and alert

• Do NOT give when actively vomiting

• Do NOT use for caustic or acidic substances (Acid, Bleach, Drain Cleaner)

Areas of Weakness

CNS-Central Nervous System

• Brain

• Spinal Cord

Neurogenic Shock

• Occurs in SCI above the level of T-6