ATI LPN
NCLEX Questions on Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Based on a carbon monoxide blood level of 12%, which sign should the nurse anticipate in the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At a CO level of 10-20%, common symptoms include flushing, headache, and mild confusion.
Question 2 of 5
Which action preserves a severed thumb for possible surgical reattachment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Securing the thumb in a plastic bag on ice preserves tissue viability.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client who had a total hip replacement. Which statement indicates further teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infection risk persists beyond three weeks post-THR, indicating a need for further education.
Question 4 of 5
A client sustained a fractured femur in a motor-vehicle accident. Which data require immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Petechiae suggest fat embolism syndrome, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate action.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with multiple trauma injuries to the nursing unit. The client has a leg fracture and had a plaster cast applied. Which position would be best for the casted leg?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the leg continuously for 24 to 48 hours reduces edema, which is a common complication after a fracture and cast application. This position promotes venous return and prevents swelling, aiding in healing and comfort.