NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
How does the nurse expect the urine that is collected for a routine urinalysis to appear?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In diabetes insipidus, the urine is typically dilute and pale yellow due to the large volume of water excreted.
Question 2 of 5
During the physical assessment of this client, which finding the nurse's blood, the observer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acromegaly, caused by excess growth hormone, leads to enlarged hands due to soft tissue and bone overgrowth.
Question 3 of 5
In addition to amenorrhea, which other signs of myxedema is the nurse likely to observe in this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E,F
Rationale: Myxedema (hypothyroidism) causes a hoarse voice, low body temperature, and decreased blood pressure due to slowed metabolism.
Question 4 of 5
Before administering this medication, what is essential for the nurse to ask the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propylthiouracil is contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential teratogenic effects.
Question 5 of 5
To prepare for potential postoperative complications related to the thyroidectomy, which item is necessary to keep at the client's bedside?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A tracheostomy tray is essential in case of airway obstruction due to swelling or hematoma post-thyroidectomy.