NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Endocrine Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In which position should the client be maintained after the subtotal thyroidectomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces swelling and promotes airway patency after thyroidectomy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse assesses that the client diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome has an irregular HR, right arm ecchymosis, 4+ pitting edema in the legs, and a blood glucose of 140 mg/dL. Which action should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The HCP should be notified immediately to address the irregular HR, which may result from hypokalemia, a common issue in Cushing's syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
Which interrelated concepts could be identified as actual or potential for a 56-year-old male client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Nutrition, metabolism, infection, and skin integrity are impacted by type 2 diabetes due to dietary needs, glucose control, infection risk, and neuropathy. Male reproduction is less directly affected.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse caring for a client diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas writes the nursing diagnosis of 'risk for altered skin integrity related to pruritus.' Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Short fingernails prevent scratching from pruritus (due to jaundice), reducing skin breakdown risk. Turgor, antifungal creams, and bony prominences are unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
A woman with a tumor of the adrenal cortex says to the nurse, 'Will I always look this ugly? I hate having a beard.' What is the best response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-adrenalectomy, hormonal imbalances causing symptoms like hirsutism should resolve, gradually normalizing appearance.