NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Endocrine Questions Questions
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The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism. Which laboratory data would support this diagnosis?
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Rationale: Hyperparathyroidism increases PTH, raising blood calcium (11.2 mg/dL is elevated) and often lowering phosphorus. Potassium and sodium are not directly affected.
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The nurse recognizes which of the following conditions may cause a client to manifest hyperglycemia?