TISSUE INTEGRITY ATI EXAM NEWEST 2025/2026 ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client who has psoriasis. Which of the
following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
a. Maintain occlusive dressings on the lesions throughout the day and remove
them at bedtime.
b. Eliminate the use of products containing salicylic acid.
c. Avoid friction over scaly lesions while bathing.
d. Identify effective stress reduction techniques.
Identify effective stress reduction techniques.
Psoriasis is significantly aggravated by stress. The use of effective stress reduction
techniques is appropriate to manage this chronic disorder.
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has a pressure ulcer.
The nurse should identify an elevation in which of the following laboratory values
as an indication that the client has developed an infection?
a. BUN
b. Potassium
c. RBC count
d. WBC count
WBC count
An elevation in the WBC count (leukocytosis) indicates that the client's immune
system is defending him against the pathogens causing an infection.
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A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery.
The nurse discovers a loop of bowel through an opening in the surgical incision.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
a. Place the head of the client's bed in the flat position.
b. Gently reinsert the bowel back into the client's wound.
c. Apply moistened sterile gauze to the site.
d. Position the client on his left side.
Apply moistened sterile gauze to the site.
The nurse should apply moistened sterile gauze to the site to reduce the risk for
further injury and infection.
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of tinea
pedis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
a. Report of recent exposure to poison ivy
b. Scaling and redness between the client's toes
c. Circular, erythematous patches on the scalp
d. Report of a recent prescription for an antiseizure medication
Scaling and redness between the client's toes
Scaling and redness between the toes are expected findings of tinea pedis, which
is commonly referred to as athlete's foot.
A nurse working on an orthopedic unit is caring for four clients. Which of the
following clients should the nurse identify as being at greatest risk for skin
breakdown?
a. An adolescent who has a cervical fracture and is in a halo brace
b. A young adult who has a femur fracture and is in skeletal balanced suspension
traction
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c. A middle adult who has a fractured radius and an arm cast
d. An older adult who has a hip fracture and is in Buck's traction
An older adult who has a hip fracture and is in Buck's traction
According to evidenced-based practice, this client has multiple risk factors for skin
breakdown: the aging process (decreased muscle mass, thin and fragile skin) and
the limitation of movement due to traction. Therefore, this client is at the greatest
risk for skin breakdown.
A nurse is planning care for an older adult client who is at risk for developing
pressure ulcers. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help
maintain the integrity of the client's skin?
a. Use a transfer device to lift the client up in bed.
b. Apply cornstarch to keep sensitive skin areas dry.
c. Massage the skin over the client's bony prominences.
d. Elevate the head of the bed no more than 45°.
Use a transfer device to lift the client up in bed.
Using a lifting device prevents dragging the client's skin across the bed linens,
which can cause abrasions.
A nurse is caring for a client who has a large lower-leg ulcer. Which of the
following foods should the nurse suggest to the client to provide the most protein
for wound healing?
a. Kidney beans
b. Grilled salmon
c. Peanut butter
d. Raw spinach
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Grilled salmon
Poultry, fish, eggs, and beef are complete proteins and are optimal sources of
protein to support wound healing.
A school nurse identifies that a child has pediculosis capitis and educates the
child's parents about the condition. Which of the following statements by the
parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
a. "All recently used clothing, bedding, and towels must be washed in hot water."
b. "My child must be free from nits before returning to school."
c. "I will treat all the family members to be on the safe side."
d. "Toys that can't be dry cleaned or washed must be thrown out."
"All recently used clothing, bedding, and towels must be washed in hot water."
Pediculosis capitis is commonly referred to as head lice. All recently used clothing,
bed sheets, and towels need to be washed in hot water. Anything that cannot be
washed should be sealed in a plastic bag for 10 to 14 days. Unwashable items can
include jackets, sweaters, hats, pillows, bicycle helmets, and stuffed animals.
Furniture, carpets, and car seats can be sprayed with a variety of over-the-counter
products.
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which
of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity
of the client's skin?
a. Reposition the client every 3 hr.
b. Massage bony prominences to promote circulation.
c. Provide the client with a diet high in protein.
d. Apply cornstarch to keep the skin dry.
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