NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI). Which intervention should be implemented?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing tissue turgor monitors dehydration in DI due to excessive urine output. Insulin, ketones, and caffeine restriction are diabetes mellitus-related, not DI.
Question 2 of 5
When directing the nursing assistant to weigh the client, which instruction is most important for obtaining accurate data?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weighing the client at the same time each day ensures consistency and accounts for daily fluctuations in weight due to meals, hydration, or other factors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse completes teaching the client with Cushing's disease. Which statement demonstrates that the client understands measures to prevent bone resorption from corticosteroid therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Daily weight-bearing exercises can help prevent bone loss and strengthen bones and muscles.
Question 4 of 5
When the nurse teaches the client how to self-administer potassium iodide (Lugol's solution), which instruction is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diluting potassium iodide in fruit juice improves palatability and reduces gastric irritation.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment findings would the nurse expect to document the patient's health care, and the patient's health care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E,F
Rationale: DKA is characterized by acetone breath, warm/flushed skin, vomiting, abdominal pain, and thirst due to hyperglycemia and dehydration.