NSG 2317 Midterm Exam Questions with Correct and Verified Solutions () Update.

While the nurse is taking the health history, the patient complains of pruritus. What is a potential cause of this symptom? - Answer Drug reactions A flat macular hemorrhage is called a(n) - Answer purpura A 75 year old hospitalized patient with limited mobility, activity, and nutrition scores a 7 on the Braden Risk Assessment scale. What does this indicate? - Answer The patient is at very high risk for skin tears, skin breakdown, and/or the development of pressure sores The components of a nail examination include - Answer Shape, contour, consistency, and colour A scooped out, shallow depression in the skin is called a(n): A. Ulcer B. Excoriation C. Fissure D. Erosion - Answer erosion To determine if a dark-skinned patient is pale, the nurse should assess the color of the: - Answer conjunctivae A nursing student has been assigned to teach grade 4 students about the importance of caring for their skin. Which of the following should be included while discussing the skin? - Answer The skin is a first line of defense to protect you against microorganisms and injury Functions of the skin include: - Answer regulating body temperature Which of the following terms refers to a linear skin lesion that runs along a nerve route? - Answer Zosteriform An example of a primary lesion is a(n) - Answer urticaria Bleeding into the periosteum during birth is known as: - Answer Cephalematoma