ATI LPN
Questions for Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse performs a skin screening for a client who has numerous skin lesions. Which lesion does the nurse evaluate first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This mole fits criteria for being cancerous or precancerous: variation of color and irregular border.
Question 2 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent infection in a client with burn injuries?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand hygiene by all prevents infection transmission.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse notes the presence of white lesions that resemble milk curds in the back of a patient's throat. Which question by the nurse is appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The appearance of the lesions is consistent with an oral candidiasis (thrush) infection, which can occur in patients who are taking medications such as immunosuppressants or antibiotics. Candidiasis is not associated with poor oral hygiene or lower respiratory infections. The lesions do not look like an oral herpes infection.
Question 4 of 5
The client has full-thickness burns to 65% of the body, including the chest area. After establishing a patent airway, which collaborative intervention is priority for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluid and electrolyte replacement is the priority after airway management in extensive burns to prevent irreversible shock due to massive fluid loss.
Question 5 of 5
The school nurse is preparing to teach a health promotion class to high school seniors. Which information regarding self-care should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monthly skin checks promote early detection of skin cancer, a key self-care practice.