NCLEX-PN
Endocrine NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients on a medical floor. Which client should be assessed first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle twitching in SIADH suggests hyponatremia-induced neurological symptoms, requiring immediate assessment. Weight gain, slight DI output imbalance, and tiredness are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
Before the client is discharged, the physician orders lypressin (Diapid) to be administered p.r.n. When instructing the client about how to take this drug at home, the nurse tells the client to administer the drug when experiencing which sign or symptom?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased thirst is a symptom of diabetes insipidus indicating the need for lypressin to control fluid loss.
Question 3 of 5
Which laboratory finding is most indicative of Addison's disease in this client?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Addison's disease causes decreased aldosterone, leading to low serum sodium and high potassium levels due to impaired electrolyte regulation.
Question 4 of 5
After the test, the nurse provides the client with instructions. Which statement of the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A radioactive iodine uptake test involves low levels of radiation, requiring short-term precautions such as avoiding close contact with others.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is discussing complications of chronic pancreatitis with a client diagnosed with the disease. Which complication should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic pancreatitis often requires long-term pain management, risking narcotic addiction. DI, Crohn’s, and peritonitis are unrelated complications.