NCLEX CRUSADE ACADEMY TEST - 8 HYPOPARATHYROIDISN VS. HYPERPARATHYROIDSM

1. Which laboratory value is most closely monitored in parathyroid disorders?. Sodium. Calcium. Chloride. Magnesium.

2. Hypoparathyroidism is characterized by which electrolyte imbalance?. Hypercalcemia. Hypocalcemia. Hypernatremia. Hypermagnesemia.

3. Which electrolyte moves inversely with calcium in parathyroid disorders?. Sodium. Magnesium. Phosphorus. Potassium.

4. Which clinical sign indicates hypocalcemia?. Chvostek sign. Cullen sign. Murphy sign. Grey Turner sign.

5. Trousseau sign indicates which condition?. Hypercalcemia. Hypocalcemia. Hyperkalemia. Hyponatremia.

6. Which condition is commonly caused by accidental removal of parathyroid glands during surgery?. Hyperthyroidism. Hypoparathyroidism. Cushing syndrome. Addison disease.

7. Which complication is considered an emergency in hypoparathyroidism?. Tetany. Hyperglycemia. Hypotension. Fever.

8. Which ECG change is associated with hypocalcemia?. Short QT interval. Prolonged QT interval. Peaked T waves. ST depression.

9. Hyperparathyroidism commonly results in which condition?. Hypocalcemia. Hypercalcemia. Hypokalemia. Hyponatremia.

10. Which organ system is commonly affected by hypercalcemia in hyperparathyroidism?. Renal system. Respiratory system. Immune system. Endocrine pancreas.

11. Which mnemonic is commonly used to describe hypercalcemia symptoms?. Bones, stones, groans, and psychiatric overtones. FAST stroke signs. ABC airway mnemonic. OPQRST pain scale.

12. Which medication may be used to treat hypocalcemia?. Calcium gluconate. Insulin. Digoxin. Furosemide.

13. Chronic renal failure most commonly leads to which type of hyperparathyroidism?. Primary. Secondary. Tertiary. Acute.

14. Which symptom is most consistent with hypocalcemia?. Muscle spasms. Muscle weakness. Constipation. Decreased reflexes.

15. Which symptom is most common in hypercalcemia?. Tetany. Constipation. Seizures. Laryngospasm.

16. Which lab pattern suggests hyperparathyroidism?. Low calcium and high phosphorus. High calcium and low phosphorus. Low calcium and low phosphorus. Normal calcium and high potassium.

17. Which electrolyte imbalance may worsen hypocalcemia?. Hypermagnesemia. Hypomagnesemia. Hypernatremia. Hyperchloremia.

18. Which complication may occur in severe hypocalcemia?. Laryngospasm. Hyperventilation. Hyperglycemia. Bradycardia.

19. Which endocrine gland produces parathyroid hormone?. Thyroid gland. Parathyroid glands. Pituitary gland. Adrenal gland.

20. Which nursing priority is most important in tetany?. Monitor airway and breathing. Encourage ambulation. Restrict fluids. Provide low-calcium diet.

21. Hyperparathyroidism may lead to which skeletal effect?. Increased bone density. Bone resorption. Cartilage growth. Ligament strengthening.

22. Which patient history increases risk for hypoparathyroidism?. Thyroidectomy. Appendectomy. Tonsillectomy. Cataract surgery.

23. Which neurological symptom may occur with hypercalcemia?. Hyperreflexia. Confusion. Seizures. Tetany.

24. Which dietary teaching is appropriate for hypocalcemia?. Increase calcium intake. Avoid dairy products. Increase sodium intake. Restrict fluids.

25. Which electrolyte value is considered critically low for calcium?. < 12 mg/dL. < 10 mg/dL. < 8 mg/dL. < 6 mg/dL.