ENA Endocrine Exam 2025 Questions and Answers

ENA Endocrine Exam 2025 Questions and
Answers



To appropriately treat a conscious patient with hypoglycemia, the nurse should select which
item to provide roughly 10 to 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate?


A. 5 or 6 Life Savers® candies
B. 3 ounces of regular (not diet) soda
C. 4 ounces of nonfat or low-fat milk

D. ½ tube of Cake Mate® decorating gel - ANS A


Which endocrine gland is located near the third ventricle?


A. Hypothalamus
B. Pituitary gland
C. Adrenal gland

D. Thyroid gland - ANS A


Which imbalance should the nurse expect in a patient with acute adrenal insufficiency?


A. Hypocalcemia
B. Hypoglycemia
C. Hypernatremia


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, D. Hypokalemia - ANS B


Which factor can precipitate hypoglycemia?


A. Decreased physical activity
B. Diuretic use
C. Increased intake of fatty foods

D. Pancreatic tumor - ANS D


Which finding should the nurse expect in a patient with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state?


A. Diaphoresis
B. Kussmaul respirations
C. Fruity odor on the breath

D. Severe dehydration - ANS D


In which endocrine emergency is tongue edema a presenting sign?


A. Thyroid storm
B. Myxedema coma
C. Diabetes insipidus

D. Adrenal crisis - ANS B


Which medication can precipitate hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism?


A. Amitriptyline (Elavil)
B. Furosemide (Lasix)


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