NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After the client returns from surgery and resumes eating, the nurse should encourage the client to eat foods from which food group?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milk and cheese are rich in calcium, essential for clients post-parathyroidectomy to prevent hypocalcemia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client who had a thyroidectomy 2 days ago. Based on the findings of the client's serum laboratory report, which medication should the nurse plan to administer first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The serum calcium is critically low (6 mg/dL). Calcium gluconate addresses hypocalcemia from parathyroid gland damage during thyroidectomy.
Question 3 of 5
The male client diagnosed with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) secondary to cancer of the lung tells the nurse he wants to discontinue the fluid restriction and does not care if he dies. Which action by the nurse is an example of the ethical principle of autonomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Notifying the HCP and respecting the client’s fluid request honors autonomy. Sharing with others violates confidentiality, explaining risks is beneficence, and covertly giving water is unethical.
Question 4 of 5
What must the nurse do when preparing a client for a computed tomography (CT) scan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Explaining the procedure reduces anxiety and ensures cooperation. A CT scan may involve iodine dye, so checking for allergies (e.g., shellfish) is also important, but explanation is primary.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a.m. medications to clients. Which medication should the nurse question before administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes should be taken with meals, not after, to aid digestion. Morphine, diuretics, and beta blockers are appropriate based on the data.