NCLEX-PN
Integumentary System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in a dermatology clinic is taking the history of a client. Which questions should the nurse ask the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: All listed questions assess onset, triggers, symptoms, and occupational exposures, critical for dermatologic history.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning the care for clients recovering from second- or third-degree burns. Which psychosocial nursing problem should be priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Disturbed body image occurs during the recovering stages of the burn condition and should be priority. Altered sensory perception and altered skin integrity are physiological problems. Disturbed personal identity is less likely to occur than disturbed body image.
Question 3 of 5
The client has had a squamous cell carcinoma removed from the lip. Which discharge instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nonhealing lesions suggest recurrence, requiring HCP notification. Squamous cell carcinoma can metastasize, diet restrictions are unnecessary, and heat is inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
On inspecting the client's eye, the nurse will note which symptom of conjunctivitis in addition to erythema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conjunctivitis often presents with dried, crusty drainage along the eyelid.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients in an outpatient surgery clinic. Which client should be assessed first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crying suggests emotional distress or pain, requiring immediate assessment. Sleeping, voiding, and discharge-ready clients are stable.