NCLEX-PN
Med Surg Integumentary NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which health teaching information is most appropriate for a client with a herpes simplex virus type 1 infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Good hygiene prevents viral spread to other areas.
Question 2 of 5
The female teacher comes to the school nurse’s office and shows the nurse a rash on her hands. The nurse tells the teacher she has probably contracted impetigo from one of the students. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Impetigo requires HCP evaluation for antibiotics. Handwashing is preventive, vitamin E is ineffective, and spontaneous resolution is unlikely.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse writes the client problem of 'acute pain and itching secondary to bacterial skin lesions.' Which interventions should be included in the care plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Cool environment, mild soap, and lotion reduce itching and pain in bacterial lesions. Low humidity worsens dryness, and constant coverage may trap moisture, promoting infection.
Question 4 of 5
The client is diagnosed with disseminated herpes zoster secondary to AIDS. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Contact isolation, pain assessment, and assigning immune nurses prevent transmission and manage disseminated zoster. Corticosteroids are contraindicated, and visitor bans are excessive.
Question 5 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.