ATI LPN
Skin Integrity Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A student is learning about cutaneous skin reactions. Which description is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An examthema is an eruption. Blistering is swelling. Pustular is raised and filled with white blood cells. Urticarial is itching.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with a partial-thickness burn to the entire right leg who is being treated with silver sulfadiazine develops leukopenia. Which medication should the nurse expect the HCP to prescribe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) is a sulfonamide antibacterial agent. Leukopenia often occurs but improves spontaneously during treatment, so the nurse should expect to continue the medication. Discontinuing it, using antibiotics, or applying hydrocortisone is not warranted for leukopenia.
Question 3 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement for a client diagnosed with atopic dermatitis (eczema) prescribed tacrolimus ointment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tacrolimus increases skin cancer risk with UV exposure, so sunlight avoidance is key. Thin application is correct but not the priority here, occlusive dressings aren't used, and bathing isn't required before each dose.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement describes the advantage for the client diagnosed with acute herpes infection taking valacyclovir over acyclovir?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valacyclovir's advantage is thrice-daily dosing versus acyclovir's five times, improving compliance. It's more expensive, both are taken for the same duration, and neither requires an empty stomach.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements are correct regarding glomus tumors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glomus tumors consist of modified smooth muscle cells and are often painful.