ATI LPN
Integumentary System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
During a home health visit, the client indicates he feels he might need physical therapy to facilitate his recovery. What action by the nurse is indicated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The home health nurse is responsible for coordinating care, including contacting the physician to initiate physical therapy, which requires a physician's order.
Question 2 of 5
A 41-year-old client has reported to the clinic with clinical manifestations consistent with menopause. The client states that her menstrual periods have become irregular, with the last period occurring approximately four months ago. What information should be provided to the client concerning the use of contraceptives?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Menopause requires one year of menstrual cessation. Pregnancy is still possible during this irregular period, so contraceptives should continue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who has multiple areas of ecchymosis on both arms. Which question should the nurse ask first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Certain drugs such as aspirin, warfarin, and corticosteroids can lead to easy or excessive bruising, which can result in ecchymosis. The other options would not provide information about bruising.
Question 4 of 5
After teaching a client how to care for a furuncle in the axilla, a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement indicates the client correctly understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cleansing and topical antibiotics can eliminate the infection. Squeezing the lesion may introduce infection to deeper tissues.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with an acute burn injury. Which action should the nurse take to prevent infection by autocontamination?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing gloves between wound care on different body parts prevents autocontamination.