NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Endocrine Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the nurse conducts an admission history, which subjective symptom is the client likely to describe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intolerance to cold is a common symptom of myxedema due to decreased metabolic rate.
Question 2 of 5
Because propylthiouracil (Propyl-Thyracil) can cause agranulocytosis, the nurse advises the client to notify the physician's health problem occurs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Agranulocytosis, a side effect of propylthiouracil, can manifest as a persistent sore throat due to decreased white blood cells.
Question 3 of 5
In which position should the client be maintained after the subtotal thyroidectomy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces swelling and promotes airway patency after thyroidectomy.
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing interventions are most appropriate at this time? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: In thyroid crisis, frequent vital sign monitoring, activity limitation, antipyretics, and availability of calcium gluconate address hypermetabolic state and potential hypocalcemia.
Question 5 of 5
Which I.V. medication can the nurse expect the physician to order to treat the client's condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium gluconate is used to treat tetany caused by hypocalcemia in hypoparathyroidism.