ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Skin Integrity and Wound Care Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The middle-aged client has had two (2) lesions diagnosed as basal cell carcinoma removed. Which discharge instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Post-surgical site care prevents infection and promotes healing, a key discharge instruction.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching clients at a community center about skin diseases. Which information about pruritus should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydration with mild lotion helps relieve pruritus by maintaining skin moisture.
Question 3 of 5
A client is being admitted to the hospital for treatment of acute cellulitis of the lower left leg. During the admission assessment, the nurse expects to note which finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cellulitis involves the dermis and hypodermis, typically due to bacterial infection.
Question 4 of 5
For a client presenting with numbness and pain radiating down the left leg, what further data should the nurse assess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing posture and gait can help identify abnormalities related to nerve compression.
Question 5 of 5
Which client should the nurse assess first after receiving shift report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cold foot may indicate compromised circulation requiring immediate attention.