ATI LPN
Integumentary System Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse teaches burn prevention to a community group. Which statement by a member of the group should cause the nurse the greatest concern?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking in bed poses a high risk for fire, causing the greatest concern.
Question 2 of 5
A patient in the dermatology clinic has a thin, scaly erythematous plaque on the right cheek. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because the appearance of the lesion suggests actinic keratosis or possible squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), the appropriate treatment would be excision and biopsy. Over-the-counter (OTC) corticosteroids, topical antibiotics, and Retin-A would not be used for this lesion.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most effective way for a nurse to help a patient with contact dermatitis decrease pruritus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cool or tepid baths, cool dressings, and OTC antihistamines all help reduce pruritus and scratching. Adding oil to bath water is not recommended because of the increased risk for falls. The patient should use the towel to pat (not rub) the skin dry. While corticosteroids may be used, cool cloths are a non-pharmacologic, effective first-line option.
Question 4 of 5
The client who is debilitated and has developed multiple pressure ulcers complains to the nurse during a dressing change that he is 'tired of it all.' Which is the nurse's best therapeutic response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reflecting the client's feelings encourages therapeutic communication and addresses emotional distress.
Question 5 of 5
Which individual would most likely experience the skin disorder pseudofolliculitis barbae (shaving bumps)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pseudofolliculitis barbae is common in African American males due to curly hair re-entering the skin after shaving.