Deck 65: Caring for Clients With Skin,hair,and Naildisorders

Question 1

Which of the following is the cause of shingles?

A) Parasitic fungi
B) Itch mite
C) Reactivated virus
D) Hormonal change

Answer 1

Reactivated virus

Question 2

Which of the following is a true statement regarding tattoos?

A) Parental consent is not needed for minors.
B) They do not interfere with the quality of an MRI.
C) Formation of keloids may occur.
D) They are easily removed.

Answer 2

Formation of keloids may occur.

Question 3

During a routine checkup, a client refers to a recent change in the color of the skin. Which of the following should the nurse suggest to the client?

A) Get a biopsy done as soon as possible.
B) Make an appointment for a medical examination as soon as possible.
C) Consider skin grafting.
D) Start chemotherapy.

Answer 3

Make an appointment for a medical examination as soon as possible.

Question 4

Scabies are spread by which type of transmission?

A) Blood
B) Respiratory droplets
C) Fecal-oral route
D) Skin-to-skin contact

Question 5

The initial treatment of rosacea includes which of the following?

A) Corticosteroids
B) Antibiotics
C) Antifungals
D) Retinoids

Question 6

Which of the following is a technique used to lighten tattoos?

A) Laser treatments
B) Salabrasion
C) Dermabrasion
D) Plastic surgery

Question 7

A nurse, employed in a school, suspects an outbreak of pediculosis. Which of the following nursing actions should be taken to prevent and control the outbreak?

A) Perform hair inspection.
B) Wash clothing and vacuum furniture, bedding, and carpets.
C) Insist that everyone who is infested with lice follows the prescribed treatment.
D) Improve the school hygiene.

Question 8

Which of the following advice should the nurse give a client with a furuncle to prevent the spread of the infection?

A) Keep hair short, clean, and away from the face and forehead.
B) Never pick or squeeze a furuncle.
C) Avoid the use of cosmetics.
D) Use tepid bath water.

Question 9

Which of the following advice should the nurse give a client with dermatitis until the etiology of the dermatitis is identified?

A) Use wool, synthetics, and other dense fibers.
B) Wear rubber gloves when in contact with soaps.
C) Rub the skin vigorously to dry.
D) Use hot water for bathing.

Question 10

Minoxidil (Rogaine) is used to treat which of the following?

A) Dermatitis
B) Shingles
C) Psoriasis
D) Alopecia

Question 11

Which of the following is an early sign of rosacea?

A) Redness of the skin
B) Appearance of a swollen and baggy face
C) Frequent and intermittent blushing
D) Enlarged, red, nodular, and bulbous nose

Question 12

Which of the following is a dermatophyte infection of the fingernails or toes?

A) Pediculosis
B) Tinea pedis
C) Onychomycosis
D) Onychocryptosis

Question 13

Which of the following is a true statement regarding psoriasis?

A) It is a chronic, infectious inflammatory disease.
B) It is characterized by patches of redness covered with silvery scales.
C) A cure is possible with prompt treatment.
D) The onset typically occurs in young children.

Question 14

A client has been diagnosed with shingles. Which of the following medication classifications will reduce the severity and prevent development of new lesions?

A) Antiviral
B) Corticosteroids
C) Analgesics
D) Antipyretics

Question 15

A client with diabetes mellitus has impaired skin integrity due to an injury. Which skin disorder is the client likely to develop?

A) Psoriasis
B) Furuncle
C) Dermatitis
D) Dermatophytoses

Question 16

A client with scabies has been prescribed a scabicide. Which of the following advice should the nurse give the client before beginning the treatment?

A) Wear clean clothing.
B) Avoid contact with others who have scabies.
C) Expect itching to continue for 2 to 3 weeks after the treatment.
D) Have a thorough bath.

Question 17

While assessing a client with onychocryptosis, which of the following is evident if the tissue is infected?

A) Pressure
B) Redness and swelling
C) Pain
D) Purulent drainage and an odor

Question 18

Treatment of melanoma includes which of the following?

A) Cryosurgery
B) Radical excision
C) Radiation therapy
D) Laser surgery

Question 19

A young college student recently had her tongue and lip pierced. She has developed a superinfection of candidiasis from the antibacterial mouthwash. Which of the following would be the correct recommendation for her?

A) Use an antifungal mouthwash or salt water.
B) Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
C) Rinse the mouth after eating food.
D) Move the piercing back and forth during washing.

Question 20

Which of the following occurs, during an outbreak of shingles, when the vestibular nerve is affected?

A) Corneal ulcerations
B) Vertigo
C) Swallowing difficulties
D) Blindness

Question 21

Which of the following superficial fungal infections begin in the skin between the toes and spreads to the soles of the feet?

A) Tinea corporis
B) Tinea capitus
C) Tinea pedis
D) Tinea cruris

Question 22

Which of the following is an appropriate teaching component for the client diagnosed with lice to prevent reinfestation?

A) There is no risk when used in pregnant women.
B) Pediculicides may be used on pets.
C) Perform hair inspection whenever there is an outbreak, even if asymptomatic.
D) Infestation is a reflection of hygiene practices.

Question 23

Which of the following is the most common complaint related to a diagnosis of head lice?

A) Flaking of scalp
B) Itching
C) Swelling
D) Headache

Question 24

Diagnosis of skin cancer is confirmed by which of the following diagnostic tests?

A) Skin scraping
B) Blood culture
C) Visual interpretation
D) Biopsy

Question 25

Photochemotherapy has been used as a treatment for which of the following skin disorders?

A) Shingles
B) Psoriasis
C) Allergic dermatitis
D) Rosacea