NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Endocrine Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which interrelated concepts could be identified as actual or potential for a 56-year-old male client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Nutrition, metabolism, infection, and skin integrity are impacted by type 2 diabetes due to dietary needs, glucose control, infection risk, and neuropathy. Male reproduction is less directly affected.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement provides the best evidence that the client who has undergone a bilateral adrenalectomy understands the postoperative course?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding infections is critical post-adrenalectomy due to lifelong steroid replacement and immunosuppression.
Question 3 of 5
Which question should the nurse ask when assessing the client for an endocrine dysfunction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unexplained weight loss is a hallmark symptom of endocrine disorders like hyperthyroidism or diabetes mellitus, making it a key assessment question. Leg pain relates to vascular issues, bowel changes are less specific, and joint pain is more musculoskeletal.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse evaluates the client who is being treated for DKA. Which finding indicates that the client is responding to the treatment plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moist skin and good skin turgor indicate that dehydration secondary to hyperglycemia is resolving.
Question 5 of 5
A woman with a tumor of the adrenal cortex says to the nurse, 'Will I always look this ugly? I hate having a beard.' What is the best response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-adrenalectomy, hormonal imbalances causing symptoms like hirsutism should resolve, gradually normalizing appearance.