Dr. Martinez prescribes an emollient for a client with pruritus of recent onset. The client asks why the emollient should be applied immediately after a bath or shower. How should the nurse respond? A. “This makes the skin feel soft.” B. “This prevents evaporation of water from the hydrated epidermis.” C. “This… Read More »
Which assessment finding calls for the most immediate further assessment or interventions? A. Bilateral erythema of the face and neck. B. Bluish color around the earlobes and lips. C. Dark brown spotting on the back and chest. D. Yellow color of the skin and sclera. Correct Answer:… Read More »
Following a full-thickness (third-degree) burn of his left arm, a male client is treated with artificial skin. The client understands postoperative care of artificial skin when he states that during the first 7 days after the procedure, he will restrict: A. Range of motion B. Protein intake C. Going outdoors D.… Read More »
Nurse Keith is conducting a session about the principles of first aid and is discussing the interventions for a snakebite to an extremity. He should inform those attending the session that the first priority intervention in the event of this occurrence is which of the following? A. Remove jewelry and constricting clothing from the… Read More »
A male client with a solar burn of the chest, back, face, and arms is seen in urgent care. The nurse’s primary concern should be: A. Fluid resuscitation B. Infection C. Body image D. Pain management Correct Answer: D. Pain management With a superficial partial-thickness burn such… Read More »
Nurse Luis is caring for a client who has just had a squamous cell carcinoma removed from the face. Which activities can you delegate to an experienced nursing LPN/LVN? A. Monitoring the surgical site for swelling, bleeding or pain. B. Teaching the client about risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma. C. Discussing… Read More »
The nurse is providing home care instructions to a client who has recently had a skin graft. It’s most important that the client remember to: A. Use cosmetic camouflage techniques. B. Protect the graft from direct sunlight. C. Continue physical therapy. D. Apply lubricating lotion to the graft site. … Read More »
When assessing a lesion diagnosed as malignant melanoma, the nurse most likely expects to note which of the following? A. A firm, nodular lesion topped with crust. B. A pearly papule with a central crater and a waxy border. C. An irregularly shaped lesion. D. A small papule with a dry,… Read More »
A male client is diagnosed with gonorrhea. When teaching the client about this disease, the nurse should include which instruction? A. “Avoid sexual intercourse until you’ve completed treatment, which takes 14 to 21 days.” B. “Wash your hands thoroughly to avoid transferring the infection to your eyes.” C. “If you have intercourse… Read More »
Nurse Chael is performing a skin assessment on a new resident in a long-term care facility. Which finding is of most concern? A. All the toenails are thickened and yellow. B. Silver scaling is present on the elbows and knees. C. An irregular border is seen on a black mole on the… Read More »