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Skin Integrity NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
For any flap to survive, it must:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For a flap to survive, it must have a viable blood supply.
Question 2 of 5
A client has a history of malignant hyperthermia. A bowel resection with colostomy placement surgery is scheduled. The nurse anticipates which type of anesthesia will be used with this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client is having major surgery requiring general anesthesia. Inhaled anesthesia can trigger malignant hyperthermia, so total intravenous anesthesia would be used instead.
Question 3 of 5
Following a severe corneal ulcer, the client had keratoplasty (corneal transplant). What nursing care should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Eye-shields protect the transplant, avoiding pressure-increasing activities aids healing, reporting changes detects complications, and sterile technique prevents infection. Mydriatics are not used postoperatively as they increase pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A woman is scheduled to undergo a laparoscopic procedure. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the need for further education?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shoulder pain is expected after laparoscopy due to injected air and does not typically signal a complication, indicating a need for further education.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses a client who has open lesions. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nurses should wear gloves as part of Standard Precautions when examining skin that is not intact. The other options should be completed after gloves are put on.