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Timby's Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing Thirteenth, North American Edition
Chapter 64 : Introduction to the Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following conditions is the cause of thickening of the nail?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Long-standing poor circulation leads to nail thickening, especially of the lower extremities. Nails thicken when there is a fungal infection and poor circulation. Clubbing of the nails suggests a long-standing cardiopulmonary disease. Concave-shaped nails are a sign of iron-deficiency anemia. Myocardial infarction does not cause thickening of nails.
Question 2 of 5
Which medication classification is prescribed when allergy is a factor causing the skin disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antihistamines are frequently prescribed when an allergy is a factor in causing the skin disorder. They relieve itching and shorten the duration of allergic reaction. Corticosteroids are used to relieve inflammatory or allergic symptoms. Antibiotics are used to treat infectious disorders. Local anesthetics are used to relieve minor skin pain and itching.
Question 3 of 5
A client is coming to the office to have a growth removed by the doctor. The client asks 'What does cryosurgery do to the growth?' What is the correct response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cryosurgery is the application of extreme cold to destroy tissue. The other statements are false.
Question 4 of 5
Plantar warts may be treated with what method?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Electrodesiccation is the use of electrical energy converted to heat, which destroys the tissue. Photochemotherapy involves a combination of psoralen methoxsalen and type A ultraviolet light. Radiation therapy is used to treat malignant skin lesions. Cryosurgery is the application of extreme cold to destroy tissue.
Question 5 of 5
Which stage of a pressure injury is exhibited by deeply ulcerated tissue, exposing muscle and bone?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stage IV occurs when the tissue is deeply ulcerated, exposing muscle and bones. Stage III pressure sores are those in which the superficial impairment progresses to a shallow crater that extends to the subcutaneous tissue. Stage I pressure sores are characterized by redness of the skin. Stage II pressure sores are red and accompanied by blistering and a shallow break in the skin.