NCLEX: Respiratory, Neuro, GI, Ortho Cardio
GI, Endocrine, Integumentary
Integumentary NCLEX
A client with dermatitis has been prescribed a topical
... [Show More] corticosteroid for use on the
affected areas, and the nurse has reinforced instructions about the use of this
medication. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
I will apply a bandage over the site after applying the medication.
Collagenase (Santyl) is prescribed for a client with a severe burn to the hand. The
nurse provides instructions to the client regarding the use of the medication.
Which statement by the client indicates an accurate understanding of the use of
this medication?
I will apply the ointment once a day and cover it with a sterile dressing.
Isotretinoin (Amnesteem, Clavaris) is prescribed for a client with severe acne. Before the
administration of this medication, the nurse anticipates that which laboratory test will be
prescribed?
Triglyceride level
A client is newly admitted to the hospital with cellulitis of the lower leg. The
nurse checks the health care provider's prescription sheet to see if which therapy
has been prescribed for site care?
Warm compresses
A client with eczema has a prescription for a topical corticosteroid. The nurse cautions the
client to use the product carefully in which area where the risk of systemic absorption is
greater?
Face
The nurse is providing instructions to a client with a diagnosis of scabies regarding the
administration of crotamiton (Eurax). Which statement by the client indicates an
understanding regarding the application of this medication?
"I will massage the medication into the skin from my chin downward and apply a second
application in 24 hours, followed by a cleansing bath 48 hours after the second application."
The health care provider has prescribed silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) for the
client with a partial-thickness burn, which has cultured positive for gram-negative
bacteria. The nurse is reinforcing information to the client about the medication.
Which statement made by the client indicates a lack of understanding about the
treatments?
"The medication will permanently stain my skin." [Show Less]