ATI LPN
NCLEX Questions on Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 30-year-old woman reports increasing difficulty during the days preceding the onset of her menstrual cycle. Which of the following might assist in the management of her condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reducing caffeine decreases irritability, and guided imagery promotes relaxation, aiding premenstrual syndrome management. Sugars and carbs worsen symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching a client who has psoriasis, a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement indicates the client needs additional teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Psoriasis is not a contagious disorder, so the client does not need to cover lesions to prevent spreading it.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who has a burn injury. Which statement indicates the client has a positive perspective of his or her appearance?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Self-care activities like bathing and dressing foster feelings of self-worth linked to body image.
Question 4 of 5
Which age-related change is paired appropriately with its complication from burn injuries in an older client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reduced thoracic compliance increases atelectasis risk in older burn clients.
Question 5 of 5
The health care provider diagnoses impetigo in a patient who has crusty vesicopustular lesions on the lower face. Which instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The treatment for impetigo includes softening of the crusts with warm saline soaks and then soap-and-water removal. Alcohol-based cleansers and use of petroleum jelly are not recommended for impetigo. Antibiotic ointments, such as mupirocin (Bactroban), may be applied to the lesions.