NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What must the nurse do when preparing a client for a computed tomography (CT) scan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Explaining the procedure reduces anxiety and ensures cooperation. A CT scan may involve iodine dye, so checking for allergies (e.g., shellfish) is also important, but explanation is primary.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
An adult is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Which findings would the nurse most likely elicit during the nursing assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypothyroidism causes hypothermia and constipation due to slowed metabolism, unlike the other symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting the client tentatively diagnosed with possible hyperaldosteronism. What should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining an ECG is priority to detect dysrhythmias from hypokalemia caused by potassium wasting in hyperaldosteronism.
Question 5 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.