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NCLEX Questions Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
During assessment of the patient's skin, the nurse observes a ring of small, raised, blister-like lesions filled with serous fluid on the patient's right temple. The nurse should document the configuration and distribution of these lesions as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The description of the lesions is consistent with the terms annular and grouped. The other terminology would describe lesions with a different appearance.
Question 2 of 5
A patient presents at the dermatology clinic with suspected herpes simplex. The nurse knows to prepare what diagnostic test for this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Tzanck smear is a test used to examine cells from blistering skin conditions, such as herpes simplex.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is conducting an admission assessment of an 82-year-old patient who sustained a 12% burn from spilling hot coffee on the hand and arm. Which statement is of priority to assist in planning treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Many variables influence the outcome of elderly burn patient mortality, including preinjury hydration status, nutrition status, and comorbid diseases, especially heart failure. Assessment questions should include, as a priority, information about the patient's cardiovascular status, including heart failure. Obtaining food or drug allergy information is also important along with other past medical history, including past surgeries. Information on the patient's living arrangements is an important safety consideration for discharge planning.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the function and repair of the skin with a patient recovering from burns. Which protein should the nurse explain as being found in the dermis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Collagen is abundant in the dermis, providing strength and structure, unlike keratin (epidermis) or sebum (lipid).
Question 5 of 5
Radiographs of a boy's upper arm show that the humerus appears to be fractured on one side and slightly bent on the other. This diagnostic result suggests what type of fracture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Greenstick fractures are an incomplete fracture that results in the bone being broken on one side, while the other side is bent. This is not characteristic of an impacted, compound, or compression fracture.