NCLEX-PN
Endocrine NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
To reduce or eliminate the symptoms that a client with functional hypoglycemia experiences, it is best for the nurse to recommend eating five or six small meals containing which nutrient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Complex carbohydrates provide a steady glucose release, preventing hypoglycemic episodes.
Question 2 of 5
Which client problem has priority for the client diagnosed with acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluid volume deficit is the priority in acute pancreatitis due to vomiting and third-spacing, risking hypovolemia. Pain, nutrition, and knowledge are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
As the nurse provides care for the client newly diagnosed with a large goiter, which interventions should be implemented? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A large goiter can compress the trachea, necessitating respiratory monitoring, head elevation, and a soft diet to ease swallowing.
Question 4 of 5
The client is three (3) days postoperative unilateral adrenalectomy. Which discharge instructions should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the HCP for incision inflammation prevents infection post-adrenalectomy. Lifelong steroids are for bilateral procedures, vasopressin is for DI, and Foley catheters are not standard.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is discussing ways to prevent diabetic ketoacidosis with the client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Which instruction is most important to discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuing insulin during illness prevents DKA by maintaining glucose control. ADA referral, avoiding OTC meds, and vaccines are secondary.