ATI LPN
Questions for Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses a client who has a severe burn injury. Which statement indicates the client understands the psychosocial impact of a severe burn injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Depression is a normal psychological problem during recovery from a severe burn injury.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notes the presence of white lesions that resemble milk curds in the back of a patient's throat. Which question by the nurse is appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The appearance of the lesions is consistent with an oral candidiasis (thrush) infection, which can occur in patients who are taking medications such as immunosuppressants or antibiotics. Candidiasis is not associated with poor oral hygiene or lower respiratory infections. The lesions do not look like an oral herpes infection.
Question 3 of 5
The client has full-thickness burns to 65% of the body, including the chest area. After establishing a patent airway, which collaborative intervention is priority for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluid and electrolyte replacement is the priority after airway management in extensive burns to prevent irreversible shock due to massive fluid loss.
Question 4 of 5
The school nurse is preparing to teach a health promotion class to high school seniors. Which information regarding self-care should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monthly skin checks promote early detection of skin cancer, a key self-care practice.
Question 5 of 5
The female teacher comes to the school nurse's office and shows the nurse a rash on her hands. The nurse tells the teacher she has probably contracted impetigo from one of the students. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Impetigo requires medical evaluation and likely antibiotics, making referral to an HCP the priority.