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Medical Surgical Endocrine Quiz Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who requires treatment for hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar state (HHS). Which of the following interventions should the nurse be prepared to implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid resuscitation is the first step in HHS to correct severe dehydration.
Question 2 of 5
A client recently admitted with hyperparathyroidism has a very high urine output. What does the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High urine output in hyperparathyroidism (from hypercalcemia) requires baseline I&O monitoring first.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient admitted with SIADH. Which assessment finding suggests this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SIADH causes fluid retention, leading to fluid overload and JVD. Increased urine output and weight loss are goals of treatment, not symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has developed SIADH. It would be necessary for the nurse to immediately notify the primary health care provider (PHCP) if the client
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crackles indicate fluid overload, a critical SIADH complication requiring immediate PHCP notification.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with suspected hypoparathryoidism. Which of the following would be an expected finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypoparathyroidism causes hypocalcemia due to low PTH.