ATI LPN
Skin Integrity and Wound Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assisting in the presentation of the skin for a group of senior citizens in the community center. Which normal change associated with aging should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In aging, fibroblasts die, reducing dermal repair capacity, while fat decreases and glands become less active.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is concerned about hair loss. What should the nurse explain about the relationship between hair and the skin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hair follicles originate in the dermis and grow outward through the epidermis, making this the correct explanation.
Question 3 of 5
Possible viral skin infection is documented in a patient's medical record. Which infections should the nurse consider as causing the patient's skin problem?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rubella is a viral infection that can cause a skin rash.
Question 4 of 5
A patient seeks medical care for a carbuncle. What treatment should the nurse expect to be prescribed as a priority for this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carbuncles are deep skin infections often requiring incision and drainage as the priority to relieve pressure and remove pus, rather than relying solely on moist heat or topical/oral medications.
Question 5 of 5
After reviewing the visit schedule, the home-care nurse prepares for patients who might have a community acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) infection. Which skin condition is most commonly associated with CA-MRSA?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Abscesses are the most common presentation of CA-MRSA, often requiring drainage and antibiotics, unlike the other conditions listed.