NCLEX CRUSADE ACADEMY TEST - 6 HYPOTHYROIDISM VS HYPERTHYROIDISM

1. Hypothyroidism results from: Excess thyroid hormone production. Decreased thyroid hormone production. Excess cortisol production. Increased insulin levels.

2. Hyperthyroidism is characterized by: Slow metabolism. Decreased heart rate. Increased metabolic rate. Cold intolerance.

3. A classic symptom of hypothyroidism is: Heat intolerance. Cold intolerance. Weight loss. Tachycardia.

4. A patient with hyperthyroidism often experiences: Bradycardia. Heat intolerance. Weight gain. Fatigue only.

5. Myxedema coma is a severe complication of: Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism. Diabetes. Hypercalcemia.

6. Thyroid storm is a life-threatening complication of: Hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism. Addison disease. Diabetes insipidus.

7. A hallmark sign of hyperthyroidism is: Weight gain. Exophthalmos. Hypothermia. Bradycardia.

8. A patient with hypothyroidism may present with: Tachycardia. Weight gain. Heat intolerance. Anxiety.

9. Thyroid hormones primarily regulate: Blood clotting. Metabolic rate. Calcium levels. Oxygen saturation.

10. Which symptom is commonly seen in hyperthyroidism?. Fatigue. Cold intolerance. Tachycardia. Weight gain.

11. Which condition causes decreased metabolic activity?. Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism. Thyroid storm. Cushing syndrome.

12. Which medication may be used to treat hyperthyroidism?. Methimazole. Insulin. Calcium gluconate. Aldosterone.

13. Levothyroxine is used to treat: Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism. Diabetes mellitus. Addison disease.

14. A priority nursing action for thyroid storm includes: Cooling measures. Fluid restriction. Calcium administration. Insulin therapy.

15. A patient with myxedema coma may present with: Hyperthermia. Severe bradycardia and hypothermia. Tachycardia. Hypertension.

16. The thyroid gland is located: In the abdomen. In the neck. In the thorax. In the brain.

17. A goiter refers to: Thyroid enlargement. Kidney disease. Liver enlargement. Adrenal tumor.

18. Which symptom suggests hyperthyroidism?. Dry skin. Constipation. Nervousness. Cold intolerance.

19. A patient with hypothyroidism often experiences: Diarrhea. Constipation. Tachycardia. Anxiety.

20. Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder causing: Hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism. Diabetes insipidus. Addison disease.

21. Untreated hyperthyroidism may lead to: Thyroid storm. Myxedema coma. Addison crisis. Hypoglycemia.

22. A key symptom of hypothyroidism is: Weight loss. Fatigue. Tachycardia. Nervousness.

23. Thyroid hormone affects: Only metabolism. Only heart rate. Multiple body systems. Only bones.

24. The most important assessment for thyroid disorders is: Blood glucose. Thyroid hormone levels. Calcium levels. Potassium levels.

25. The most important NCLEX nursing principle when managing thyroid disorders is: Treat only lab results. Prioritize patient symptoms and safety. Ignore patient complaints. Delay treatment.