ATI LPN
Integumentary System Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A male client comes to the physician's office for treatment of severe sunburn. The nurse takes this opportunity to discuss the importance of protecting the skin from the sun's damaging rays. Which instruction would best prevent skin damage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: UV rays penetrate clouds, so applying sunscreen even on overcast days is essential to prevent skin damage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a male client to be admitted to the nursing unit and notes documentation of reticular skin lesions. The nurse expects that these lesions will appear to be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reticular lesions have a net-like or lace-like pattern, often due to vascular or pigment changes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is developing a care plan for a client suffering from shingles. Which of the following cranial nerve should the nurse assess as part of the client's care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cranial nerve VII (facial nerve) is commonly affected in shingles, especially with facial involvement, potentially causing Bell's palsy.
Question 4 of 5
The pediatric nurse knows that which child is most likely to bite another?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Toddlers are more prone to biting due to the frustration of not being able to verbalize their feelings.
Question 5 of 5
The nursing instructor is explaining the layers of skin to students. Which layer is inconsistent with knowledge of this topic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The layers of skin include the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous fatty layer (hypodermis). 'Intradermis' is not a recognized layer of skin; it seems to be a misnomer or confusion with 'intradermal,' which refers to something within the dermis, not a distinct layer.