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NCLEX Questions Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse describes common complications that burn patients may experience. Which description best fits hypermetabolism?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypermetabolism in burns leads to a negative nitrogen balance due to increased metabolic demand.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse reads the chart of a client that was seen by the physician and notes that the physician has documented that the client has Stage III of Lyme disease. Which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect to note in the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stage III Lyme disease is characterized by chronic arthritis and joint pain due to persistent infection.
Question 3 of 5
During assessment of the patient's skin, the nurse observes a ring of small, raised, blister-like lesions filled with serous fluid on the patient's right temple. The nurse should document the configuration and distribution of these lesions as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The description of the lesions is consistent with the terms annular and grouped. The other terminology would describe lesions with a different appearance.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing an educational presentation addressing the topic of Protecting Your Skin. When discussing the anatomy of the skin with this group, the nurse should know that what cells are responsible for producing the pigmentation of the skin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Melanocytes are the special cells of the epidermis that are primarily responsible for producing the pigment melanin.
Question 5 of 5
A patient presents at the dermatology clinic with suspected herpes simplex. The nurse knows to prepare what diagnostic test for this condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Tzanck smear is a test used to examine cells from blistering skin conditions, such as herpes simplex.