ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Skin Integrity and Wound Care Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient has lost all hair over the head, face, and neck from a house fire. What should the nurse do to help the patient since the protective function of the hair has been lost?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hair protects eyes from dust and sweat; its loss necessitates eye protection.
Question 2 of 5
A patient asks why it takes so long for fingernails to grow. How should the nurse respond to this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nails grow slowly but continuously throughout life, which explains why it takes time for them to grow.
Question 3 of 5
It is documented that a patient has superficial partial-thickness burns over both anterior lower arms. What should the nurse expect when assessing this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Superficial partial-thickness burns involve the epidermis and part of the dermis, typically presenting with blisters, mild edema, and blanching due to preserved capillary refill.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is demonstrating signs of a herpes simplex virus infection. Which diagnostic test should be prescribed to confirm this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tzanck's smear is a rapid test used to detect multinucleated giant cells characteristic of herpes simplex virus, making it the most specific diagnostic choice listed.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse suspects that a patient is experiencing a recurrent herpes simplex virus infection. Which assessment finding is most characteristic of this condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid-filled vesicles are the hallmark of recurrent herpes simplex, appearing at the site of previous infection.