NCLEX-PN
Integumentary System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the best nursing advice for individuals who have frequent outbreaks of tinea pedis (athlete's foot)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alternating shoes allows drying, reducing fungal growth.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is speaking with clients during a wellness fair. What information should the nurse provide to prevent or minimize burn injury? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: The nurse should discuss flame-retardant clothing. 'Stop, drop, and roll' maneuvers should be used to minimize burn. Smoke detectors should be included throughout the home, including one near the furnace. It does not matter what type of container holds the burning candle. For a small fire on the stove, covering the flame with a lid is recommended.
Question 3 of 5
If a client who has recently experienced diminished hearing takes medications from each of the following drug categories, which one is most likely to have affected the client's hearing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aminoglycosides are ototoxic and can cause hearing loss.
Question 4 of 5
Which symptom related to the chronic progression of untreated glaucoma will a client most likely report to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Untreated glaucoma leads to tunnel vision due to progressive peripheral vision loss.
Question 5 of 5
The female client calls the clinic and tells the nurse that she has a really big 'boil' in the perineal area that is causing a lot of pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Warm, moist compresses promote drainage and pain relief in a boil (furuncle). Emergency visits may be needed later, squeezing risks infection, and spontaneous resolution is unlikely.