ATI RN
Integumentary System of Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is in the health care clinic for complaints of pruritus. Following diagnostic studies, it has been determined that there is not a pathophysiological process causing the pruritus. The nurse prepares instructions for the client to assist in reducing the problem and tells the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A cool-mist vaporizer adds moisture to dry air, reducing pruritus from environmental dryness, common in winter. Dehumidifiers worsen dryness, high heat dries skin, and moisturizers are beneficial.
Question 2 of 5
A community health nurse is providing a teaching session to firefighters in a small community regarding care to a victim at the scene of a burn injury. The community health nurse instructs the firefighters that in the event of a tar burn the immediate action would be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cooling a tar burn with water solidifies the tar and reduces heat damage, allowing safer removal later. Immediate clothing or tar removal can worsen tissue injury.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the discharge instructions for a client who had skin biopsy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instructions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sutures from a skin biopsy are typically removed after 7-14 days, not 24 hours, indicating a misunderstanding requiring further instruction.
Question 4 of 5
Following assessment and diagnostic evaluation, it has been determined that the client has Stage II of Lyme disease. The nurse expects to note which assessment finding that is most indicative of this stage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stage 2 Lyme disease involves disseminated infection, often with cardiac (e.g., conduction defects) or neurological symptoms. Rash is stage 1, joint issues are stage 3.
Question 5 of 5
The client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is suspected of having cutaneous Kaposi's sarcoma. The nurse prepares the client for which test that will confirm the presence of this type of sarcoma?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A punch biopsy of the lesion confirms Kaposi's sarcoma by histopathology, identifying vascular tumor cells. Other tests are unrelated to skin lesion diagnosis.