NCLEX-PN
Integumentary NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients on a medical unit. After the shift report, which client should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever in a client with pressure ulcers suggests infection, requiring urgent assessment. Quadriplegia, weakness, and dissatisfaction are less acute.
Question 2 of 5
Which individual would most likely experience the skin disorder pseudofolliculitis barbae (shaving bumps)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pseudofolliculitis barbae is common in African American males due to curly hair causing ingrown hairs post-shaving. Other groups are less affected.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a male client diagnosed with folliculitis barbae. Which information should the nurse teach to prevent a reoccurrence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antibacterial soap reduces bacterial load, preventing folliculitis barbae. Not shaving is impractical, astringents irritate, and hot packs are less effective.
Question 4 of 5
The client is complaining of burning, stabbing pain that radiates around the left rib cage area. The nurse cannot find any type of skin abnormality. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Burning pain along dermatomes without visible lesions suggests early herpes zoster, linked to prior chickenpox. Cardiac work-up, dismissal, or analgesics are premature.
Question 5 of 5
Which instruction to the nursing assistant is best for maintaining the client's safety and security?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing the client to hold the assistant's arm provides stability and safety.