Med-Surg Nursing (ATI) Next-Gen NCLEX Style Exam –
Chapter 12: Inflammation, Immunity, and Wound Healing
**1. Describe the inflammatory response, including vascular and cellular responses and
exudate formation.**
1. A nurse is explaining the inflammatory response to a group of nursing students. Which of
the following are components of the vascular response during inflammation?
(Select all that apply.)**
a) Vasodilation
b) Increased capillary permeability
c) Decreased blood flow to the site of injury
d) Release of histamine
e) Activation of B lymphocytes
2. Which of the following types of exudate is characteristic of an inflammatory response due
to a bacterial infection?
a) Serous
b) Purulent
c) Fibrinous
d) Hemorrhagic
**2. Explain local and systemic manifestations of inflammation and their physiologic bases.**
3. A client presents with a red, swollen, and warm area on their forearm after a minor cut.
The nurse understands that these symptoms result from which physiological changes?
**(Select all that apply.)**
a) Vasoconstriction
b) Increased capillary permeability
c) Leukocyte migration to the affected area
d) Reduced metabolic activity
e) Release of chemical mediators such as histamine
, 4. Which of the following are systemic manifestations of inflammation? **(Select all
that apply.)**
a) Fever
b) Leukocytosis
c) Hypotension
d) Fatigue
e) Localized erythema
**3. Describe the drug therapy, nutrition therapy, and nursing management of
inflammation.**
5. A nurse is providing education to a client about nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDs). Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
a) "I should take ibuprofen on an empty stomach to improve absorption."
b) "NSAIDs can help reduce inflammation and pain."
c) "I need to monitor for signs of gastrointestinal bleeding while taking NSAIDs."
d) "I should not take NSAIDs if I have a history of kidney disease."
6. True or False: A diet high in protein, vitamin C, and zinc is beneficial for patients
recovering from inflammation and tissue injury.
**4. Describe the factors that delay wound healing and common complications of wound
healing.**
7. A client has a chronic wound that is not healing as expected. Which factors may be
delaying the healing process? **(Select all that apply.)**
a) Diabetes mellitus
b) Adequate oxygenation
c) Poor nutritional intake
d) Infection
e) Use of corticosteroids
Chapter 12: Inflammation, Immunity, and Wound Healing
**1. Describe the inflammatory response, including vascular and cellular responses and
exudate formation.**
1. A nurse is explaining the inflammatory response to a group of nursing students. Which of
the following are components of the vascular response during inflammation?
(Select all that apply.)**
a) Vasodilation
b) Increased capillary permeability
c) Decreased blood flow to the site of injury
d) Release of histamine
e) Activation of B lymphocytes
2. Which of the following types of exudate is characteristic of an inflammatory response due
to a bacterial infection?
a) Serous
b) Purulent
c) Fibrinous
d) Hemorrhagic
**2. Explain local and systemic manifestations of inflammation and their physiologic bases.**
3. A client presents with a red, swollen, and warm area on their forearm after a minor cut.
The nurse understands that these symptoms result from which physiological changes?
**(Select all that apply.)**
a) Vasoconstriction
b) Increased capillary permeability
c) Leukocyte migration to the affected area
d) Reduced metabolic activity
e) Release of chemical mediators such as histamine
, 4. Which of the following are systemic manifestations of inflammation? **(Select all
that apply.)**
a) Fever
b) Leukocytosis
c) Hypotension
d) Fatigue
e) Localized erythema
**3. Describe the drug therapy, nutrition therapy, and nursing management of
inflammation.**
5. A nurse is providing education to a client about nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDs). Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
a) "I should take ibuprofen on an empty stomach to improve absorption."
b) "NSAIDs can help reduce inflammation and pain."
c) "I need to monitor for signs of gastrointestinal bleeding while taking NSAIDs."
d) "I should not take NSAIDs if I have a history of kidney disease."
6. True or False: A diet high in protein, vitamin C, and zinc is beneficial for patients
recovering from inflammation and tissue injury.
**4. Describe the factors that delay wound healing and common complications of wound
healing.**
7. A client has a chronic wound that is not healing as expected. Which factors may be
delaying the healing process? **(Select all that apply.)**
a) Diabetes mellitus
b) Adequate oxygenation
c) Poor nutritional intake
d) Infection
e) Use of corticosteroids
