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Integumentary System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The sunshine vitamin is vitamin:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, which is vitamin D. Vitamin D is commonly referred to as the sunshine vitamin because our bodies can produce it when exposed to sunlight. It plays a crucial role in calcium absorption and bone health. Choice A (Vitamin A) is important for vision and immune function, but it is not the sunshine vitamin. Choice B (Vitamin B2) is also known as riboflavin and is involved in energy production, not sunlight production. Choice C (Vitamin C) is essential for immune function and skin health, but it is not the sunshine vitamin.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement is NOT true of accessory skin structures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because free nerve endings are not specific to touch and pressure; they are responsible for detecting pain and temperature. The skin's accessory structures include hair, nails, and glands. A is incorrect as hair shafts are also living. B is incorrect as nail growth occurs from the nail matrix, not the root. D is incorrect as body hair does provide insulation. Hence, C is the only statement that does not accurately describe accessory skin structures.
Question 3 of 5
A 55-year-old patient with leukemia is being seen in the clinic for complaints of burning pain in the back. The patient has been diagnosed with shingles. The nurse would expect which medication classification to be ordered to reduce pain and halt the progression of the disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Antiviral. Shingles is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus. Antiviral medications such as acyclovir or valacyclovir are used to treat shingles by reducing pain and halting the progression of the disease. These medications work by inhibiting viral replication. Anti-inflammatory drugs (choice A) may help with pain relief but do not directly target the virus. Antibiotics (choice C) are ineffective against viruses like varicella-zoster. Antifungal medications (choice D) are used to treat fungal infections, not viral infections like shingles.
Question 4 of 5
What is a reasonable option for pain management for a 50-year-old man who has just sustained 20% partial-thickness burns to his right leg and abdomen?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Fentanyl 50 μg intravenously. Fentanyl is a potent opioid analgesic that provides rapid and effective pain relief, which is crucial for managing the intense pain associated with burns. Intravenous administration ensures quick onset of action. Morphine (B) given intramuscularly may not provide as rapid pain relief. Calm, reassuring words (C) are important for emotional support but insufficient for managing severe pain. Oxycodone (D) given orally may not be as effective for immediate pain relief in this acute situation.
Question 5 of 5
Which action would a nurse explain as the next step to take after the flames are extinguished when a person's clothes catch fire?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Assess the person's breathing. After extinguishing the flames, assessing the person's breathing is crucial as smoke inhalation can cause respiratory issues. It is important to ensure airway patency and adequate oxygenation. Giving sips of water (A) may not be appropriate immediately as the person may have oral burns. Covering with a warm blanket (C) could retain heat and worsen burns. Calculating the extent of burns (D) is important but assessing breathing takes precedence for immediate life-saving measures.