ATI LPN
Skin Integrity Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse notes that a patient has longitudinal red lines in the finger nails. What health problem should the nurse suspect is causing this problem?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Longitudinal red lines in nails can indicate bacterial endocarditis due to vascular changes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse instructs a patient on medications prescribed to treat psoriasis. Which patient statement indicates that additional teaching is required?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Psoriasis is a chronic condition with no cure; medications manage symptoms, so the statement about curing the disease indicates a misunderstanding.
Question 3 of 5
What is the histology of the epidermis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The epidermis is composed of stratified squamous epithelium, providing a protective barrier.
Question 4 of 5
The area of compression at the proximal end of the nail termed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nail matrix, at the proximal end, is where nail growth occurs and compression shapes the nail.
Question 5 of 5
A female client exhibits a purplish bruise to the skin after a fall. The nurse would document this finding most accurately using which of the following terms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ecchymosis is the medical term for a bruise, characterized by purple discoloration due to blood under the skin.