ATI LPN
NCLEX Questions on Integumentary System Questions
Question 1 of 5
To which member of the health-care team should the nurse refer a client with OA having trouble getting in and out of the bathtub?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Physical therapists assist with mobility issues, providing strategies to manage daily activities safely.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client who had a total hip replacement. Which statement indicates further teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infection risk persists beyond three weeks post-THR, indicating a need for further education.
Question 3 of 5
A client sustained a fractured femur in a motor-vehicle accident. Which data require immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Petechiae suggest fat embolism syndrome, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate action.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with multiple trauma injuries to the nursing unit. The client has a leg fracture and had a plaster cast applied. Which position would be best for the casted leg?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the leg continuously for 24 to 48 hours reduces edema, which is a common complication after a fracture and cast application. This position promotes venous return and prevents swelling, aiding in healing and comfort.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse clears the PCA pump and discovers the client has used only a small amount of medication during the shift. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Determining why the client isn't using the PCA (e.g., misunderstanding, fear, or inadequate pain) allows the nurse to address barriers and optimize pain control.