ATI LPN
Chapter 6 Skin and the Integumentary System Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in acute pain as a result of surgery. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Timely administration of pain medication within prescribed intervals maintains pain control, preventing unnecessary suffering post-surgery.
Question 2 of 5
The client has undergone a bilateral stapedectomy. Which action by the client warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ambulating without assistance after surgery can lead to falls and complications; therefore, immediate intervention is necessary.
Question 3 of 5
The client had a total pancreatectomy and splenectomy for cancer of the body of the pancreas. Which discharge instruction should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A total pancreatectomy removes the pancreas, necessitating insulin therapy (B), pain management (C), and monitoring fluid balance (A) due to surgical risks and diabetes. Originally a multi-select question, restructured to single-answer with 'All of the above' as the comprehensive choice.
Question 4 of 5
The client is three (3) days postoperative unilateral adrenalectomy. Which discharge instruction should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infection monitoring is critical post-surgery; lifelong steroids are only needed after bilateral adrenalectomy.
Question 5 of 5
A client is wearing a continuous cardiac monitor, which begins to sound its alarm. The nurse sees no electrocardiographic complexes on the screen. Which is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: No complexes may indicate lead disconnection; checking the client and leads is the first step.