ATI LPN
Skin Integrity Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is admitting an 88-year-old client diagnosed with a viral skin infection. Which nursing task could the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Measuring and documenting skin lesions is within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel, unlike applying medication or assessing legal documents.
Question 2 of 5
A client arriving at the emergency department has experienced frostbite to the right hand. Which finding would the nurse note on assessment of the client's hand?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frostbite causes white, numb skin due to vasoconstriction and tissue freezing.
Question 3 of 5
Twelve hours post–lumbar laminectomy, which nursing interventions should be implemented?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing ability to void and frequent repositioning by log rolling prevents complications like urinary retention and pressure ulcers.
Question 4 of 5
Which foods should the nurse recommend for dietary calcium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dairy products and leafy greens are excellent calcium sources.
Question 5 of 5
Which interventions should the nurse implement for a client with an open fracture of the left ankle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ice reduces swelling effectively without risking neurovascular compromise.