NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with hyperthyroidism is complaining of being hot and cannot sit still. Which should the nurse do based on the assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heat intolerance and restlessness are hyperthyroidism symptoms; vital signs assess for exacerbation (e.g., thyroid storm). Monitoring, sedatives, or rest are less appropriate.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
Which psychosocial problem should be included in the plan of care for a female client diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Body image disturbance addresses Cushing’s physical changes (e.g., moon face, hirsutism), a key psychosocial issue. Glucose, suicide, and healing are physiological.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is interviewing four clients. Which client is at the greatest risk for developing type 2 DM?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Research has shown that the highest incidence of DM is among Native Americans.
Question 5 of 5
Which client problem is the nurse’s priority concern for the client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acute pancreatitis is characterized by severe abdominal pain due to pancreatic inflammation and autodigestion. Pain relief is the priority concern, as it addresses the client’s immediate discomfort, improves patient comfort, and reduces physiological stress, which can exacerbate the condition. Using the ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) and Maslow’s hierarchy, pain is a physiological need that takes precedence. Impaired nutrition (1) is relevant but secondary, as clients are often NPO initially. Skin integrity (2) and anxiety (3) are lower priorities, as they are less immediate concerns in acute pancreatitis.