ATI LPN
Integumentary System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 88-year-old client admitted to the orthopedic floor with the diagnosis of fractured pelvis. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing bowel sounds first evaluates gastrointestinal function, which can be affected by a pelvic fracture and is a priority before invasive interventions.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is evaluating a client in skeletal traction. When evaluating the pin sites, the nurse would be most concerned with which finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thick, yellow drainage indicates infection, a serious concern requiring intervention.
Question 3 of 5
Which technique would be most appropriate for the nurse to implement when assessing a four (4)-year-old client in acute pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The FACES pain scale, where the child points to a face, is age-appropriate for a 4-year-old, who may not understand numerical scales or complex words.
Question 4 of 5
The client is complaining of ringing in the ears. Which data are most appropriate for the nurse to document in the client's chart?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tinnitus is the medical term for ringing in the ears, making it the most precise documentation for this complaint.
Question 5 of 5
Which signs/symptoms should the nurse expect to find when assessing the client with an acoustic neuroma?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acoustic neuromas typically present with unilateral hearing loss and tinnitus.