NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Integumentary System Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which response will the nurse most likely observe during the caloric test if the client has Meniere's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Meniere's disease causes an exaggerated response to caloric stimulation.
Question 2 of 5
During the initial assessment, the nurse can assist the physician in determining the etiology of the client's problem by assessing if there is a history of which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory allergies are a common cause of nasal polyps.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse participating in a health fair is discussing malignant melanoma with a group of clients. Which information regarding the use of sunscreen is important to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Higher SPF numbers block more UV rays, reducing melanoma risk. Sunscreen is needed all day, safe for toddlers, and prevents skin cancer.
Question 4 of 5
The health department nurse is caring for the client who has leprosy (Hansen’s disease). Which assessment data indicate the client is experiencing a complication of the disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reduced sensation in lesions indicates nerve damage, a leprosy complication. Night fevers, discoloration, and bacterial load are less specific.
Question 5 of 5
When developing nursing care plans, the nurse is careful to classify which type of wound as a chronic wound?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetic foot ulcers heal slowly, classifying them as chronic.