Phamacology Integumentary
Questions with 100% Correct Answers
Salicylic acid is prescribed for a client with a dx of psoriasis. The nurse monitors
the client, knowing that which finding indicates the presence of systemic toxicity
from this medication
1. Tinnitus
2. Diarrhea
3. Constipation
4. Decreased respiration Correct Answer: 1. Tinnitus
The health education nurse provides instructions to a group of clients regarding
measures that will assist in preventing skin cancer. Which instructions should the
nurse provide?
Select all that apply
1. Sunscreen should be applied q8h
2. Use sunscreen when participation in outdoor activities. 3. Wear a hat, opaque
clothing, and sunglasses when in the sun.
4. Avoid sun exposure in the late afternoon and early evening hrs.
5. Examine your body monthly for any lesions that may be suspicious. Correct
Answer: 2, 3, 5
, Mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) is prescribed for a client with a burn injury. When
applying the mediation, the client c/o local discomfort and burning. The nurse
should take which most appropriate action?
1. Discontinue the medication
2. Notify the HCP
3. Inform the client that this is expected
4. Apply a thinner film than prescribed to the burn site Correct Answer: 3. Inform
the client that this is expected
A burn client is receiving tx's of topical mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) to the
site of injury. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that which finding indicates
that a systemic effect has occurred.
1. Hyperventilation
2. Local rash at the burn site
3. Elevated BP
4. Local pain at the burn site Correct Answer: 3. Elevated BP
Isotretinion (Amnesteem or Claravis) is prescribed for a client with sever acne.
Before the administration of this medication, the nurse anticipates that which
lab test will be prescribed.
1. Platelet Count
2. Triglycerides level
3. CBC count
Questions with 100% Correct Answers
Salicylic acid is prescribed for a client with a dx of psoriasis. The nurse monitors
the client, knowing that which finding indicates the presence of systemic toxicity
from this medication
1. Tinnitus
2. Diarrhea
3. Constipation
4. Decreased respiration Correct Answer: 1. Tinnitus
The health education nurse provides instructions to a group of clients regarding
measures that will assist in preventing skin cancer. Which instructions should the
nurse provide?
Select all that apply
1. Sunscreen should be applied q8h
2. Use sunscreen when participation in outdoor activities. 3. Wear a hat, opaque
clothing, and sunglasses when in the sun.
4. Avoid sun exposure in the late afternoon and early evening hrs.
5. Examine your body monthly for any lesions that may be suspicious. Correct
Answer: 2, 3, 5
, Mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) is prescribed for a client with a burn injury. When
applying the mediation, the client c/o local discomfort and burning. The nurse
should take which most appropriate action?
1. Discontinue the medication
2. Notify the HCP
3. Inform the client that this is expected
4. Apply a thinner film than prescribed to the burn site Correct Answer: 3. Inform
the client that this is expected
A burn client is receiving tx's of topical mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) to the
site of injury. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that which finding indicates
that a systemic effect has occurred.
1. Hyperventilation
2. Local rash at the burn site
3. Elevated BP
4. Local pain at the burn site Correct Answer: 3. Elevated BP
Isotretinion (Amnesteem or Claravis) is prescribed for a client with sever acne.
Before the administration of this medication, the nurse anticipates that which
lab test will be prescribed.
1. Platelet Count
2. Triglycerides level
3. CBC count
