NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Endocrine Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing care measure is essential because a client has exophthalmos?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exophthalmos (bulging eyes) in hyperthyroidism causes dry eyes, requiring artificial tears to prevent corneal damage.
Question 2 of 5
Which laboratory data indicate to the nurse the client’s pancreatitis is improving?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acute pancreatitis is characterized by elevated serum amylase and lipase levels due to pancreatic inflammation. A decrease in these levels indicates reduced pancreatic injury and improvement in the condition. While a decreased WBC count may suggest resolving infection, it is less specific. Bilirubin levels are relevant for biliary obstruction, not pancreatitis improvement, and BUN reflects renal function, not pancreatic status.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse caring for a client diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas writes the problem of 'altered nutrition: less than body requirements.' Which collaborative intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Referring to a dietitian ensures specialized nutritional planning for pancreatic cancer, addressing malabsorption and weight loss. PEG feedings, family foods, and preferences are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
The concepts of nutrition and metabolism have been identified for the client. Which referral should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dietary referral addresses nutrition and metabolism, optimizing dietary management for conditions like diabetes. Other referrals are unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
Which laboratory value should be monitored by the nurse for the client diagnosed with diabetes insipidus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes insipidus causes dilute urine, risking hypernatremia; serum sodium monitoring is critical. Calcium, urine glucose, and WBCs are unrelated.