ATI RN ENDOCRINE TEST LEARNING SYS
LATEST 2026/2027 STUDY QUESTIONS
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2026/2027 STUDY QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
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A nurse is caring for a client admitted with a diagnosis of hyperthyroidism caused by an
adenoma of the thyroid gland. Twelve hours following the thyroidectomy, which of the
following assessment findings should the nurse report to the provider? (Select all that apply.)
Tachycardia and hypertension
Respiratory rate of 16/min
Negative Chvostek's sign
Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice
Positive Trousseau's sign - Answer>>> Tachycardia and hypertension are correct. Tachycardia
and hypertension are unexpected findings and may indicate the occurrence of thyroid storm,
which can occur after removal of the thyroid gland, especially if the client was in a hyperthyroid
state prior to the surgery. Thyrotoxic, or thyroid, storm is a life-threatening condition that
develops in cases of thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism) or following acute stress, such as trauma
or infection. Onset is sudden with a tachycardia, fever, sweating, restlessness, and tremors.
Congestive heart failure and pulmonary edema can develop rapidly and lead to death.
A positive Trousseau's sign is correct. A Positive Trousseau's sign is an indication of
hypocalcemia, a complication of thyroid removal. This occurs when the parathyroid glands are
also removed and regulation of serum calcium is impaired.
A respiratory rate of 16/min is incorrect. This is an expected finding and is within the normal
reference range.
, Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice are correct. Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice are
unexpected findings and may be an indication of swelling in the area of the surgery or damage to
the laryngeal nerve. This should be reported to the provider before respiratory distress develops.
NOT:
A negative Chvostek's sign is incorrect. This is an expected finding. A Positive Chvostek's sign
(facial muscle spasm after tapping the facial nerve in front of the ear) would be an indication of
hypocalcemia, a complication of thyroid removal. This occurs when the parathyroid glands are
also removed and regulation of serum calcium is impaired.
A nurse is instructing a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus regarding the pathophysiology of the
client's condition. Which statement made by the client reflects to the nurse an understanding of
the teaching?
-My cells are resistant to the effects of insulin
-My pancreas breaks does not produce insulin. - Answer>>> My cells are resistant to the effects
of insulin.
-Resistance to insulin at cellular receptors is typical in type 2 diabetes mellitus.
A nurse is caring for a client with suspected pheochromocytoma. The nurse understands that an
appropriate test for this condition is a 24 hr urine collection for which of the following?
Creatinine clearance
Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA)
17-hydroxycorticosteroids (17-OHCS)
Protein - Answer>>> Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA).
LATEST 2026/2027 STUDY QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 100% TOP
RATED | ASSURED A+
,ATI RN ENDOCRINE TEST LEARNING SYS LATEST
2026/2027 STUDY QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 100% TOP RATED | ASSURED A+
A nurse is caring for a client admitted with a diagnosis of hyperthyroidism caused by an
adenoma of the thyroid gland. Twelve hours following the thyroidectomy, which of the
following assessment findings should the nurse report to the provider? (Select all that apply.)
Tachycardia and hypertension
Respiratory rate of 16/min
Negative Chvostek's sign
Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice
Positive Trousseau's sign - Answer>>> Tachycardia and hypertension are correct. Tachycardia
and hypertension are unexpected findings and may indicate the occurrence of thyroid storm,
which can occur after removal of the thyroid gland, especially if the client was in a hyperthyroid
state prior to the surgery. Thyrotoxic, or thyroid, storm is a life-threatening condition that
develops in cases of thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism) or following acute stress, such as trauma
or infection. Onset is sudden with a tachycardia, fever, sweating, restlessness, and tremors.
Congestive heart failure and pulmonary edema can develop rapidly and lead to death.
A positive Trousseau's sign is correct. A Positive Trousseau's sign is an indication of
hypocalcemia, a complication of thyroid removal. This occurs when the parathyroid glands are
also removed and regulation of serum calcium is impaired.
A respiratory rate of 16/min is incorrect. This is an expected finding and is within the normal
reference range.
, Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice are correct. Laryngeal stridor and a hoarse voice are
unexpected findings and may be an indication of swelling in the area of the surgery or damage to
the laryngeal nerve. This should be reported to the provider before respiratory distress develops.
NOT:
A negative Chvostek's sign is incorrect. This is an expected finding. A Positive Chvostek's sign
(facial muscle spasm after tapping the facial nerve in front of the ear) would be an indication of
hypocalcemia, a complication of thyroid removal. This occurs when the parathyroid glands are
also removed and regulation of serum calcium is impaired.
A nurse is instructing a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus regarding the pathophysiology of the
client's condition. Which statement made by the client reflects to the nurse an understanding of
the teaching?
-My cells are resistant to the effects of insulin
-My pancreas breaks does not produce insulin. - Answer>>> My cells are resistant to the effects
of insulin.
-Resistance to insulin at cellular receptors is typical in type 2 diabetes mellitus.
A nurse is caring for a client with suspected pheochromocytoma. The nurse understands that an
appropriate test for this condition is a 24 hr urine collection for which of the following?
Creatinine clearance
Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA)
17-hydroxycorticosteroids (17-OHCS)
Protein - Answer>>> Vanillylmandelic acid (VMA).
