The nurse is caring for a patient with 45% total body surface area thermal burns. Which laboratory value change would be expected?

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a patient with 45% total body surface area thermal burns. Which laboratory value change would be expected?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Thermal burns cause cell damage, releasing potassium into the bloodstream (hyperkalemia), a common finding due to tissue destruction.

Question 2 of 5

The structure(s) of the integumentary system involved in protection is (are)

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The integumentary system includes hair, skin, and nails, all of which contribute to protection. Hair protects against UV radiation and debris, skin acts as a barrier, and nails protect finger and toe tips.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following body areas would have a relatively large amount of Meissner's corpuscles?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Meissner's corpuscles, which detect light touch, are abundant in sensitive areas like the lips.

Question 4 of 5

A male client visits the physician's office for treatment of a skin disorder. As a primary treatment, the nurse expects the physician to prescribe:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Topical agents are commonly the first-line treatment for many skin disorders due to direct application to the affected area.

Question 5 of 5

The clinic nurse is assessing the skin of a white client who is diagnosed with psoriasis. Which of the following characteristic is associated with this skin disorder?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Psoriasis is characterized by silvery-white scales over red plaques, commonly on the scalp, elbows, knees, and sacral area.

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