ATI LPN
Skin Integrity and Wound Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A female adult client with atopic dermatitis is prescribed a potent topical corticosteroid, to be covered with an occlusive dressing. To address a potential client problem associated with this treatment, the nurse formulates the nursing diagnosis of Risk for injury. To complete the nursing diagnosis statement, the nurse should add which 'related-to' phrase?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Percutaneous absorption of potent corticosteroids can lead to systemic effects, increasing the risk for injury.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse Sierra is assessing the skin of a client suffering from psoriasis. She understands that which characteristic is associated with this skin disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Psoriasis is characterized by silvery-white scales over red plaques, commonly on the scalp, elbows, knees, and sacral area.
Question 3 of 5
An adolescent patient has acne characterized by pustules and scarring. Which teaching information is most appropriate for the nurse to give the patient and family?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tetracycline, minocyline, and doxycycline all cause photosensitivity, so the nurse should warn the teen about sun exposure and use of tanning beds.
Question 4 of 5
A burned patient had an escharotomy on the right anterior thigh. Which assessment finding indicates that this procedure has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An escharotomy is performed when eschar impedes circulation. Strong and equal pedal pulses indicate return of circulation.
Question 5 of 5
The emergency department nurse knows that which type of bite has the highest risk of infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Human bites have the highest infection risk due to the diverse and virulent bacteria in the human mouth, such as Streptococcus and Staphylococcus species, often requiring antibiotics and close monitoring.