NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing an in-service on thyroid disorders. One of the attendees asks the nurse, 'Why don't the people in the United States get goiters as often?' Which statement by the nurse is the best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iodized salt provides dietary iodine, preventing iodine deficiency goiters common elsewhere. Screening, genetics, and medications are not primary reasons.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
After the client returns from surgery and resumes eating, the nurse should encourage the client to eat foods from which food group?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milk and cheese are rich in calcium, essential for clients post-parathyroidectomy to prevent hypocalcemia.
Question 4 of 5
Which problem is most likely to develop if hyperthyroidism remains untreated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Untreated hyperthyroidism causes severe tachycardia, which can lead to heart failure due to increased cardiac workload.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client diagnosed with diabetes. Which should the nurse teach to limit the complications of diabetes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maintaining blood glucose <140 mg/dL prevents complications like neuropathy and retinopathy. Ketone testing is for type 1, petroleum jelly is incorrect, and meal-based insulin is unsafe.