ATI LPN
Integumentary System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 41-year-old client has reported to the clinic with clinical manifestations consistent with menopause. The client states that her menstrual periods have become irregular, with the last period occurring approximately four months ago. What information should be provided to the client concerning the use of contraceptives?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Menopause requires one year of menstrual cessation. Pregnancy is still possible during this irregular period, so contraceptives should continue.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching a client how to care for a furuncle in the axilla, a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement indicates the client correctly understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cleansing and topical antibiotics can eliminate the infection. Squeezing the lesion may introduce infection to deeper tissues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with an acute burn injury. Which action should the nurse take to prevent infection by autocontamination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing gloves between wound care on different body parts prevents autocontamination.
Question 4 of 5
Which action is a priority during the resuscitation phase for a client with burn injuries?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid replacement is a priority to support circulation and organ perfusion during resuscitation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse develops a teaching plan for a patient diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma (BCC). Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: BCC is frequently associated with sun exposure and preventive measures should be taken for future sun exposure. BCC spreads locally, and does not metastasize to distant tissues. Since BCC can cause local tissue destruction, treatment is indicated. Local (not systemic) chemotherapy may be used to treat BCC.