ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Skin Integrity and Wound Care Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which symptom is consistent with an inhalation burn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent coughing, particularly if black mucus is coughed up, is an indicator of an inhalation burn.
Question 2 of 5
A client is seen in the health care clinic because of complaints of lesions on the elbows and the knees. The lesions are red raised papules, and large plaques covered by silvery scales are also noticed on the elbows and the knees. Psoriasis is diagnosed and the nurse provides information about treatment to the client. The nurse determines that the client needs additional information if the client states that which of the following is a component of the treatment plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Systemic corticosteroids are generally avoided in psoriasis due to risk of rebound flares; topical treatments and phototherapy are preferred.
Question 3 of 5
A clinic nurse provides instructions to a client who will be taking isotretinoin (Accutane) for severe cystic acne. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further instructions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin A supplements are contraindicated with isotretinoin due to increased risk of toxicity; other statements reflect known side effects.
Question 4 of 5
When planning the skin care of a patient with decreased mobility, the nurse is aware of the varying thickness of the epidermis. At what location is the epidermal layer thickest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The epidermis is the thickest over the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with an exceptionally low body mass index has been admitted to the emergency department with signs and symptoms of hypothermia. The nurse should know that this patients susceptibility to heat loss is related to atrophy of what skin component?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The subcutaneous tissues and the amount of fat deposits are important factors in body temperature regulation.