A client is scheduled for several tests. Which test should be performed after the thyroid function tests?

The nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted with a suspected diagnosis of diabetes insipidus (DI). The nurse can expect which of the following tests to confirm the diagnosis?

The nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with diabetes insipidus. The nurse assesses the client carefully based on the understanding that which of the following complications must be prevented?

A client with diabetes insipidus is receiving desmopressin (DDAVP). Immediate intervention is necessary if the client develops which adverse effect?

The nurse is caring for a postoperative client who has had a surgical removal of the pituitary gland (hypophysectomy) and has developed diabetes insipidus (DI). The nurse is aware that if fluids are restricted, the client is at risk for which of the following?

The nurse is caring for a postoperative client who has undergone removal of the pituitary gland and tumor (hypophysectomy). The nurse is aware that the client may be at risk for:

A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes insipidus. Which laboratory value is most important for the nurse to monitor?

The nurse admits a client with a diagnosis of chronic adrenal insufficiency. The nurse is aware that adrenal insufficiency develops secondary to inadequate secretion of which pituitary hormone?

The nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a cerebral vascular accident. The client is displaying oliguria and hyponatremia. The nurse suspects which of the following disorders?

A client is admitted with an adrenal malfunction. The nurse demonstrates an understanding of the function of the adrenal gland by identifying which hormones as being released by the adrenal medulla?

When the nurse is assessing a client who is being treated for hypothyroidism, which of these findings would indicate a potentially serious complication?

The nurse is educating a client who is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The nurse explains the importance of medication adherence and the potential effects of trauma, emergency surgery, or severe infection, which would place the client at risk for which condition?

The nurse is assessing a newly admitted client who is diagnosed with hypocalcemia. In order to assess the thyroid gland properly, which of the following techniques would the nurse use?

The nurse is caring for a preoperative client with insulin-dependent diabetes. On the morning of surgery, the nurse should carry out which of the following nursing actions?

When teaching a newly diagnosed diabetic client about diet and exercise, what is the most important information for the nurse to provide?

The nurse is admitting a new client with a diagnosis of myxedema. During the initial assessment, the nurse is most concerned when the client presents with which findings?

The nurse is providing diabetic education to a group of clients with previously diagnosed diabetes. One of the clients asks what the advantage is in using a continuous subcutaneous pump. What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is teaching a client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus about rotation of insulin injection sites. Which of the following is the correct information to give the client?

The nurse is admitting a client with hypothyroidism. During the initial assessment, which of the following symptoms should the nurse be alert for?

A client presents with weight gain, intolerance to cold, constipation, and lethargy. Which test should the nurse expect to be ordered?

The nurse is admitting a client who is diagnosed with a new onset of type 1 diabetes mellitus. While performing the initial physical assessment and nursing history, the nurse expects to find which of the following signs/symptoms?

The nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative from a total thyroidectomy. The nurse determines it is necessary to call the rapid response team (RRT) when the client displays which of the following?

The nurse is providing diabetic education to a group of clients with newly diagnosed diabetes. One of the clients asks why the glycosylated hemoglobin blood test (A1C   ) is done in addition to the daily capillary blood glucose tests. What is the best response by the nurse?

The nurse is caring for a client with type 2 diabetes. One hour after taking an oral diabetic drug, the client becomes nauseated and vomits. Which nursing intervention should be taken?

The nurse is teaching a health promotion class in the community. Which of the following would the nurse encourage in order to prevent type 2 diabetes mellitus?

When caring for a client with a diagnosis of diabetes insipidus, which nursing intervention should be the priority?

A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes mellitus about chronic complications associated with the disease. Which information should be included in the teaching?

A client presents with diaphoresis, palpitations, jitters, and tachycardia approximately 1.5 hours after taking his regular morning insulin. What is the most appropriate intervention by the nurse?

A 37-year-old client complains of muscle weakness, anorexia, and darkening of his skin. The nurse reviews his laboratory data and notes findings of low serum sodium and high serum potassium levels. The nurse recognizes that these signs and symptoms are associated with which condition?

The nurse has just completed an assessment of a client who has suffered a head injury. During the assessment, the client consumed three glasses of water. Additionally, the nurse noted the client’s output of a large amount of dilute urine with a specific gravity of less than 1.005. The nurse is aware that the client is at risk for which condition?