ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following is a priority for the nurse to monitor during the first 24 hr of care for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Airway patency is the priority concern following a thyroidectomy due to the risk of swelling or bleeding that can compress the airway, leading to respiratory compromise.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing nutrition therapy with a client who has Cushing's disease. Which of the following dietary modifications should the nurse include in this discussion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreasing sodium intake is crucial in Cushing's disease due to the risk of fluid retention and hypertension associated with excess cortisol levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease). Which of the following serum laboratory findings should the nurse expect to be below the expected reference range?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is suppressed in hyperthyroidism because the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones, causing a negative feedback loop that reduces TSH levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bradycardia (slow heart rate) is expected in hypothyroidism because of reduced metabolic activity and cardiac output.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diaphoresis (excessive sweating) can be a symptom of Cushing's syndrome, caused by hormonal imbalances.