NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Endocrine Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client to rule out aldosteronism. Which assessment data support the client's diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated blood pressure is a hallmark of aldosteronism due to sodium retention and fluid overload. Temperature, pulse, and respirations are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
Which medication order should the nurse question in the client diagnosed with untreated hypothyroidism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sedatives risk respiratory depression in untreated hypothyroidism due to slowed metabolism. Thyroid hormones, oxygen, and laxatives are appropriate.
Question 3 of 5
Which I.V. medication can the nurse expect the physician to order to treat the client's condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium gluconate is used to treat tetany caused by hypocalcemia in hypoparathyroidism.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
Which arterial blood gas results should the nurse expect in the client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: DKA causes metabolic acidosis (low pH 7.30, low HCO3 18) with compensatory respiratory alkalosis (low PaCO2 30). Other options show normal or alkalotic states.