ATI LPN
Questions on the Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is scheduled for a mammogram. Which of the following might adversely impact the testing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: The use of deodorant. Deodorant contains metals that can interfere with the imaging process of a mammogram, leading to false results. Other choices (B, C, D) do not directly affect the mammogram imaging process. Makeup and medications may not interfere with the test, and eating breakfast should not impact the mammogram results.
Question 2 of 5
After educating a caregiver of a home care client, a nurse assesses the caregiver's understanding. Which statement indicates that the caregiver needs additional education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because massaging a red and tender tailbone with baby oil can worsen the condition by causing further irritation or infection. Step 1: Identify the potential harm - Massaging a red and tender area can aggravate the skin. Step 2: Analyze the situation - Inflamed skin needs gentle care, not friction. Step 3: Apply critical thinking - Providing the wrong intervention can lead to adverse outcomes. Summary: Choices A, C, and D are all appropriate interventions for promoting the client's well-being, while choice B poses a risk of harm.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who presents with an increase in psoriatic lesions. Which question should the nurse ask to identify a possible trigger?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rationale: Option A is correct because stress is a common trigger for psoriasis flare-ups. Stress can weaken the immune system and exacerbate inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis. Asking about stress levels can help identify a potential trigger. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not directly relate to common triggers for psoriasis. Using public showers, other health problems, or medication changes may not necessarily be immediate triggers for psoriasis flare-ups.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse assesses a client admitted with deep partial-thickness and full-thickness burns on the face, arms, and chest. Which assessment finding should alert the nurse to a potential complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Urine output of 20 mL/hr. This finding indicates inadequate renal perfusion, potentially leading to acute kidney injury, a common complication in burn patients. Low urine output can result from decreased cardiac output and hypovolemia due to fluid loss from burns. In contrast, choices A, C, and D are not directly related to potential complications in burn patients. Choice A (PaO₂ of 80 mm Hg) is within the normal range and does not specifically indicate a complication. Choice C (productive cough with white pulmonary secretions) could suggest a respiratory infection but is not a common complication in burn patients. Choice D (core temperature of 100.6°F) is slightly elevated but not a significant concern compared to the potential impact of inadequate renal perfusion.
Question 5 of 5
When taking the health history of an older adult, the nurse discovers that the patient has worked in the landscaping business for 40 years. Which clinical manifestation should the nurse teach the patient to self-assess for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: C: Erythema is the correct answer because prolonged sun exposure in landscaping can lead to skin redness. Sunburn and skin damage are common in outdoor workers. A: Vitiligo is an autoimmune condition causing skin depigmentation, not directly related to sun exposure. B: Alopecia is hair loss, not a direct result of sun exposure. D: Actinic keratosis is a precancerous skin lesion due to sun exposure, but erythema is more common in this scenario.