Walden NRNP 6531 Care of Adults Across the Lifespan
Latest Update 2026 | Exam Prep | High-Yield Review Guide
1. What is urticaria?
A type of eczema.
A fungal skin infection.
A skin condition characterized by itchy, raised, red or white bumps
that appear suddenly and disappear quickly.
A viral skin infection.
2. A 14-year-old male presents with acne consisting of 25 comedones and 20
inflammatory lesions with no nodules. This patient can be classified as having:
severe acne
very severe acne
mild acne
moderate acne
3. Describe the mechanism by which allergic and irritant contact dermatitis
occurs.
It results from a viral infection that affects the skin layers.
It is caused by an autoimmune response affecting the dermis.
It is a fungal infection that leads to skin peeling.
Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis occurs due to direct damage
to the epidermis, resulting in itchy skin eruptions.
,4. Describe the appearance of malignant melanoma and its associated risk
factors.
Malignant melanoma often appears as uneven dark patches and has
higher risks in males and individuals with light skin.
Malignant melanoma is a benign condition with no associated risks.
Malignant melanoma is characterized by smooth, light-colored
patches and affects all skin types equally.
Malignant melanoma appears as small, round, red spots and is more
common in females.
5. Athlete's Foot or Tinea Pedis is a:
Scrotal infection
Hair infection
Fungal infection
Bacterial infection
6. A client asks the nurse what psoriasis is. What is the best answer?
A cure is possible with prompt treatment.
The onset typically occurs in young children.
It is characterized by patches of redness covered with silvery scales.
It is a chronic, infectious inflammatory disease.
7. What is psoriasis?
A type of eczema.
A fungal skin infection.
, A chronic autoimmune disease that affects the skin.
A viral skin infection.
8. A carbuncle is a(n):
abrasion
rash
skin ulceration
abscess
9. Which of the following is a cause of telogen effluvium?
Eczema
Psoriasis
Melanoma
High fever
10. Describe the nature of tinea corporis and its impact on the skin.
Tinea corporis is a parasitic infection that causes inflammation.
Tinea corporis is a fungal infection that affects the skin, causing
rashes and discomfort.
Tinea corporis is a viral infection that results in blisters.
Tinea corporis is a bacterial infection that leads to skin peeling.
11. A skin infection can be caused by ____.
Bacteria
Viruses
, Fungi
Parasites
All of the above
12. Describe the importance of using antibiotics that cover MRSA in the
treatment of uncomplicated cellulitis.
Antibiotics that do not cover MRSA are preferred for uncomplicated
cellulitis.
MRSA is only a concern in severe cases of cellulitis.
MRSA is not relevant in uncomplicated cellulitis treatment.
Using antibiotics that cover MRSA is crucial because MRSA is a
common cause of skin infections, and effective treatment prevents
complications.
13. Which of the following statements best describes tinea corporis?
fungal infection on feet NOT B
fungal infection on body
bacterial infection in groin area
fungal infection in groin area NOT A
14. If a patient is diagnosed with actinic keratosis, what preventive measures
should be recommended to reduce the risk of progression to skin cancer?
Using heavy makeup to cover the lesions.
Increased tanning and sunbathing.
Regular use of sunscreen and avoiding excessive sun exposure.
Ignoring the condition as it is not serious.
Latest Update 2026 | Exam Prep | High-Yield Review Guide
1. What is urticaria?
A type of eczema.
A fungal skin infection.
A skin condition characterized by itchy, raised, red or white bumps
that appear suddenly and disappear quickly.
A viral skin infection.
2. A 14-year-old male presents with acne consisting of 25 comedones and 20
inflammatory lesions with no nodules. This patient can be classified as having:
severe acne
very severe acne
mild acne
moderate acne
3. Describe the mechanism by which allergic and irritant contact dermatitis
occurs.
It results from a viral infection that affects the skin layers.
It is caused by an autoimmune response affecting the dermis.
It is a fungal infection that leads to skin peeling.
Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis occurs due to direct damage
to the epidermis, resulting in itchy skin eruptions.
,4. Describe the appearance of malignant melanoma and its associated risk
factors.
Malignant melanoma often appears as uneven dark patches and has
higher risks in males and individuals with light skin.
Malignant melanoma is a benign condition with no associated risks.
Malignant melanoma is characterized by smooth, light-colored
patches and affects all skin types equally.
Malignant melanoma appears as small, round, red spots and is more
common in females.
5. Athlete's Foot or Tinea Pedis is a:
Scrotal infection
Hair infection
Fungal infection
Bacterial infection
6. A client asks the nurse what psoriasis is. What is the best answer?
A cure is possible with prompt treatment.
The onset typically occurs in young children.
It is characterized by patches of redness covered with silvery scales.
It is a chronic, infectious inflammatory disease.
7. What is psoriasis?
A type of eczema.
A fungal skin infection.
, A chronic autoimmune disease that affects the skin.
A viral skin infection.
8. A carbuncle is a(n):
abrasion
rash
skin ulceration
abscess
9. Which of the following is a cause of telogen effluvium?
Eczema
Psoriasis
Melanoma
High fever
10. Describe the nature of tinea corporis and its impact on the skin.
Tinea corporis is a parasitic infection that causes inflammation.
Tinea corporis is a fungal infection that affects the skin, causing
rashes and discomfort.
Tinea corporis is a viral infection that results in blisters.
Tinea corporis is a bacterial infection that leads to skin peeling.
11. A skin infection can be caused by ____.
Bacteria
Viruses
, Fungi
Parasites
All of the above
12. Describe the importance of using antibiotics that cover MRSA in the
treatment of uncomplicated cellulitis.
Antibiotics that do not cover MRSA are preferred for uncomplicated
cellulitis.
MRSA is only a concern in severe cases of cellulitis.
MRSA is not relevant in uncomplicated cellulitis treatment.
Using antibiotics that cover MRSA is crucial because MRSA is a
common cause of skin infections, and effective treatment prevents
complications.
13. Which of the following statements best describes tinea corporis?
fungal infection on feet NOT B
fungal infection on body
bacterial infection in groin area
fungal infection in groin area NOT A
14. If a patient is diagnosed with actinic keratosis, what preventive measures
should be recommended to reduce the risk of progression to skin cancer?
Using heavy makeup to cover the lesions.
Increased tanning and sunbathing.
Regular use of sunscreen and avoiding excessive sun exposure.
Ignoring the condition as it is not serious.
