NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse teaches the client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus about the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. Which of the following should the nurse stress in teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E,F
Rationale: Hypoglycemia causes hunger, diaphoresis, and confusion due to low blood glucose affecting the brain and body.
Question 2 of 5
The UAP on the medical floor tells the nurse the client diagnosed with DKA wants something else to eat for lunch. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the dietitian ensures the client’s nutritional needs are met within DKA dietary restrictions. Additional food, caloric increases, or denial are inappropriate without consultation.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement provides the best evidence that the client understands the prescribed drug therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Levothyroxine for myxedema typically requires lifelong therapy to maintain thyroid hormone levels.
Question 4 of 5
Which signs/symptoms should make the nurse suspect the client is experiencing a thyroid storm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thyroid storm causes hyperpyrexia (high fever) and extreme tachycardia due to excessive thyroid hormone. Other options are hypothyroid or unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
The client with an acute exacerbation of chronic pancreatitis has a nasogastric (N/G) tube. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Monitoring bowel sounds, IV site, oral/nasal care, and glucose manage NG tube complications and pancreatitis-related risks (e.g., hyperglycemia). Food intake is irrelevant with NPO status.