NCLEX-PN
Integumentary Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statement by the nurse most accurately explains the pathophysiology of conductive hearing loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conductive hearing loss occurs when sound waves are blocked from reaching the inner ear.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most common profile of a client with malignant melanoma?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fair-skinned individuals with freckles are at higher risk for melanoma.
Question 3 of 5
Postoperatively, which of the following client concerns should be the nurse's highest priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain is a priority as it may indicate complications like infection or graft failure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client using desoximetasone topical cream for an abdominal rash. Which finding should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing a known side effect from the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The presence of skin discoloration such as purpura and hyperpigmentation should indicate to the nurse that the client has a side effect from using desoximetasone (
Topicort). Thinning skin, not thickening, is a side effect. The presence of striae, not a decrease, is a side effect. Folliculitis, not increased skin hair, is a side effect.
Question 5 of 5
The client is complaining of severe itching following a course of antibiotics. Which independent nursing action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Colloidal oatmeal baths relieve itching, an independent nursing action. Specialist referral, tar gels, and tight covers are inappropriate or dependent.