NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is being admitted to the outpatient department prior to an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatogram (ERCP) to rule out cancer of the pancreas. Which preprocedure instruction should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPO after midnight prevents aspiration during ERCP sedation. Hospital admission, emergency surgery, and blockage correction are incorrect.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
The charge nurse is making client assignments in the intensive care unit. Which client should be assigned to the most experienced nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: DKA with PVCs indicates cardiac instability, requiring an experienced nurse for complex monitoring and intervention. High glucose, hypoglycemia, and normal osmolarity are less critical.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should assess for hypocalcemia based on which client statements after a subtotal thyroidectomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tingling in the hands and feet indicates hypocalcemia, a potential complication due to parathyroid gland damage during thyroidectomy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting the client tentatively diagnosed with possible hyperaldosteronism. What should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining an ECG is priority to detect dysrhythmias from hypokalemia caused by potassium wasting in hyperaldosteronism.