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Chapter 4 Skin and the Integumentary System Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse participating in a health fair is discussing malignant melanoma with a group of clients. Which information regarding the use of sunscreen is important to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Higher SPF numbers indicate greater UV protection, reducing melanoma risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing the plan of care for a client diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Which intervention should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent assessment of skin lesions is critical in Stevens-Johnson syndrome due to its rapid progression.
Question 3 of 5
An adult client was burned in an explosion. The burn initially affected the client's entire face (anterior half of the head) and the upper half of the anterior torso, and there were circumferential burns to the lower half of both arms. The client's clothes caught on fire, and the client ran, causing subsequent burn injuries to the posterior surface of the head and the upper half of the posterior torso. Using the rule of nines, what would be the extent of the burn injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Face (4.5%) + upper anterior torso (9%) + lower arms (9%) + posterior head (4.5%) + upper posterior torso (9%) = 36%, adjusted to 48% with circumferential consideration.
Question 4 of 5
Which client should be assessed first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever and tachycardia may indicate an infection requiring prompt attention.
Question 5 of 5
What response is most appropriate for a client planning swim aerobics for osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises like walking are more effective for osteoporosis than swimming.