NCLEX-PN
Med Surg Integumentary NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client with atopic dermatitis. Which finding should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atopic dermatitis is characterized by redness and irregular, scaly lesions. Vitiligo shows patchy loss of pigmentation. Trichotillomania involves hair loss from compulsive pulling. Candidiasis shows blistering, redness, and white patches.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person who has severe poison ivy. Soaks with Burrow's solution are ordered. What is the primary reason for using Burrow's solution soaks?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Burrow’s solution soaks relieve pruritus (itching) in poison ivy by soothing the skin and reducing inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
A severely burned client is to be admitted from the emergency department. What type of room should the nurse prepare for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An isolation room is necessary to reduce the risk of infection, a major complication in burn clients due to compromised skin barriers.
Question 4 of 5
The male client diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) states that he has developed a purple-brown spot on his calf. Which action should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the lesion provides data for suspected Kaposi’s sarcoma, common in AIDS. Biopsy referral, end-of-life discussions, and reporting are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
When the client asks the nurse about the purpose of the eye shield, which explanation is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The shield prevents accidental trauma to the healing eye during sleep.