ATI LPN
Chapter 4 Skin and the Integumentary System Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which staff nurse should the charge nurse assign to the client recovering from a repair of the hallux valgus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An experienced nurse is best equipped to handle postoperative care for hallux valgus repair.
Question 2 of 5
The client is complaining of left shoulder pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing neurovascular status first ensures no underlying circulatory or nerve issues (e.g., from injury or referred pain) are present, which could require urgent intervention before addressing pain.
Question 3 of 5
The client is scheduled for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery for severe myopia. Which instruction should the nurse discuss prior to the client's discharge from day surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Corticosteroid drops reduce inflammation and promote healing post-LASIK, a key discharge instruction for this outpatient procedure.
Question 4 of 5
The student nurse asks the nurse,"Which type of hearing loss involves damage to the cochlea or vestibulocochlear nerve?" Which statement is the best response of the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sensorineural hearing loss involves damage to the cochlea or vestibulocochlear nerve, distinguishing it from conductive and other types of hearing loss.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with cancer of the head of the pancreas is two (2) days postpancreatoduodenectomy (Whipple's procedure). Which nursing problem has the highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Post-Whipple's procedure, fluid volume imbalance is the highest priority due to potential complications like bleeding, leakage, or third-spacing of fluids, which can lead to hemodynamic instability.