ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client had a parathyroidectomy 18 hours ago. Which finding requires immediate attention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hoarseness post-parathyroidectomy may indicate recurrent laryngeal nerve damage or airway compromise.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has lung cancer and has developed syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH). Which of the following would be an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: SIADH causes hyponatremia (low sodium) due to excessive water retention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has become aware of the following client situations. It would be a priority for the nurse to follow up with the client who
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tight dressing post-thyroidectomy suggests hematoma or bleeding, a potential airway emergency.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is aware of the following client situations. The nurse should first follow up with the client who
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle weakness in DKA suggests hypokalemia, a life-threatening complication.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a possible adrenal gland tumor is admitted for testing and treatment. Which nursing action is most appropriate for the charge nurse to delegate to the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reminding about coffee and position changes is within NA scope; assessment and planning are RN tasks.