ATI LPN
Integumentary System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement by the client prescribed calcitonin, a thyroid hormone, indicates to the nurse the teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alternating nostrils for calcitonin nasal spray prevents irritation, indicating effective teaching.
Question 2 of 5
Which technique would be most appropriate for the nurse to implement when assessing a four (4)-year-old client in acute pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The FACES pain scale, where the child points to a face, is age-appropriate for a 4-year-old, who may not understand numerical scales or complex words.
Question 3 of 5
The client is complaining of ringing in the ears. Which data are most appropriate for the nurse to document in the client's chart?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tinnitus is the medical term for ringing in the ears, making it the most precise documentation for this complaint.
Question 4 of 5
Which signs/symptoms should the nurse expect to find when assessing the client with an acoustic neuroma?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acoustic neuromas typically present with unilateral hearing loss and tinnitus.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning the care of a client diagnosed with Addison's disease. Which intervention should be included?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Addison's requires steroid replacement (e.g., hydrocortisone) to compensate for deficient adrenal hormones.