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NCLEX-PN Exam Questions - Part 85

Jenny Clarke

Wed, 26 Mar 2025

1. Which of the following is not a function of parathyroid hormone?

A) moving calcium from bones to the bloodstream
B) promoting renal tubular reabsorption of phosphorus
C) promoting renal tubular reabsorption of calcium
D) enhancing renal production of vitamin D metabolites



2. For which condition might a client - s antidiuretic hormone (ADH) level be increased?

A) diabetes mellitus
B) diabetes insipidus
C) hypothyroidism
D) hyperthyroidism



3. Which of the following represents a normal serum potassium level?

A) 1.5 mEq/L
B) 3.0 mEq/L
C) 4.0 mEq/L
D) 6.0 mEq/L



4. In alcoholics with anemia:

A) pernicious anemia is more common than folic acid deficiency.
B) iron deficiency and folic acid deficiency can coexist.
C) the alcohol interferes with iron absorption.
D) oral vitamin replacement is contraindicated.



5. A female client complains to the nurse at the health department that she has fatigue, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. Her history reveals no significant medical problems. She states that she is always on a fad diet without any vitamin supplements. Which tests should the nurse expect the client to have first?

A) peptic ulcer studies
B) complete blood count, including hematocrit and hemoglobin
C) genetic testing
D) hemoglobin electrophoresis



1. Right Answer: B
Explanation: Parathyroid hormone depresses renal tubular reabsorption of phosphorus. All of the other choices are functions of parathyroid hormone. Reduction of RiskPotential

2. Right Answer: B
Explanation: ADH level is increased in the client with nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. Reduction of Risk Potential

3. Right Answer: C
Explanation: Normal serum potassium levels fall in a range of 3.55.5mEq/L. The other choices listed fall below or above this range. Reduction of Risk Potential

4. Right Answer: B
Explanation: The ingestion of nonfood substances (alcohol) can lead to a clinical iron deficiency and might actually be the first sign of a problem. The client might substitute alcohol for a nutrition program that fosters a positive health habit. Physiological Adaptation

5. Right Answer: B
Explanation: The initial tests to determine the basis for her symptoms (considering her fad dieting) should be a complete blood count, urinalysis, blood sugar, and other tests.The decision about further testing is then made based on these results, her history, and other factors. Physiological Adaptation

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