ATI LPN
NCLEX Style Questions on Skin Integrity and Wound Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client with viral skin lesions is experiencing pruritus. Which statement would be an appropriate long-term goal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining intact skin integrity is a key long-term goal for managing pruritus and preventing complications like infections.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a lesion diagnosed as basal cell carcinoma, the nurse most likely expects to note which finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Basal cell carcinoma typically appears as a pearly papule with a central crater.
Question 3 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse implement post-laminectomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for difficulty speaking or breathing is crucial as laminectomy can affect structures impacting these functions.
Question 4 of 5
Which diagnostic test is most accurate for diagnosing osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: DEXA accurately measures bone density, diagnosing osteoporosis.
Question 5 of 5
What problem is most appropriate for the nurse to identify for a client with a closed fracture of the right arm?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compromised neurovascular status poses significant risks requiring vigilant monitoring.