ATI LPN
Integumentary System Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The female client diagnosed with acne is prescribed tetracycline. Which intervention should the nurse include in the medication teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tetracycline causes photosensitivity, requiring sun protection. Milk inhibits absorption, teeth discoloration affects children/pregnancy, and it interacts with birth control pills, needing nonhormonal methods.
Question 2 of 5
What is the alternative name for a keratoacanthoma?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keratoacanthoma is also known as molluscum sebaceum.
Question 3 of 5
First aid for minor burns of the limbs includes:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the affected limb under cold running water helps reduce heat and soothe the burn.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following manifestations would the nurse expect to see with a client who has had previous knee surgery who suffered a surgical infection with signs of systemic manifestations?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client is post-surgical repair of the knee. The nurse should be able to distinguish between local reactions and systemic reactions. An elevated WBC and 10 % bands are indicative of an infection. Vital sign changes typically associated with an infection include an elevation in temperature and tachycardia. Local manifestations include erythema, warmth, pain, edema, and functional impairment, whereas systemic manifestations include elevated temperature above 100.4°F, pulse greater than 90min, respiratory rate greater than 20, and WBC greater than 12,000 mm³ or 10 % bands.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client's perception of safety issues in the home. Which of the following questions and statements will best assist the nurse in obtaining the needed data?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Open-ended questions or statements like "Please tell me some safety concerns you have" yield the most information directly related to the client's perception of safety.