Deck 15: The Integumentary System and Related Care

Question 1

If bedridden patients are NOT repositioned every two hours they will be subject to

A) peritonitis from secretions collected in the lungs.
B) increased circulation from lack of movement.
C) skin breakdown due to prolonged pressure.
D) none of the above

Answer 1

C

Question 2

All of the following are characteristics associated with atrophic skin EXCEPT:

A) fatty deposits
B) fragility
C) thinning
D) aging

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Cutting a patient's toenails is the responsibility of the

A) orthopod.
B) nursing assistant.
C) physical therapist.
D) podiatrist.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Atropic skin is fragile, thin skin, often associated with aging.

Question 5

A diabetic ulcer is one that occurs in people with diabetes resulting from dysfunction of the nerve.