NCLEX-PN
Endocrine NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which characteristic symptom of the client's disorder would the nurse expect to find during an assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetes insipidus is characterized by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone, leading to excessive urination (polyuria) due to the kidneys' inability to conserve water.
Question 2 of 5
Which characteristic symptom of the client's disorder would the nurse expect to find during an assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetes insipidus is characterized by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone, leading to excessive urination (polyuria) due to the kidneys' inability to conserve water.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy to remove a pituitary tumor. When the client returns to the nursing unit following surgery, the head of the bed is elevated 30 degrees. What is the primary purpose for placing the client in this position?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head 30 degrees reduces pressure on the sella turcica, minimizing the risk of cerebrospinal fluid leakage post-hypophysectomy.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with HHNS was admitted yesterday with a blood glucose level of 780 mg/dL. The client's blood glucose level is now 300 mg/dL. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A glucose drop from 780 to 300 mg/dL requires HCP notification to adjust insulin, preventing hypoglycemia. Increasing insulin, checking ketones, or meals are inappropriate.