Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

5. Integumentary System

Introduction to the Integumentary System

Anatomy & Physiology

5. Integumentary System

Introduction to the Integumentary System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following findings would the nurse recognize as a normal variation when assessing the integumentary system of adult clients?

Open ulcer with purulent drainage on the heel

Firm, non-blanching nodule with irregular borders

Presence of a small, flat, brown macule on the forearm

Widespread erythema and blistering on the back

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Understand the question: The problem is asking about normal variations in the integumentary system, which includes the skin, hair, nails, and associated glands. The goal is to identify which finding is considered normal in adult clients.

Review the options provided: Analyze each finding to determine whether it represents a normal variation or a pathological condition. For example, an open ulcer with purulent drainage suggests infection and is not normal, while widespread erythema and blistering indicate inflammation or injury.

Focus on the term 'small, flat, brown macule': A macule is a flat, discolored area of the skin that is less than 1 cm in diameter. Brown macules are often associated with freckles or age spots, which are common and considered normal variations in adults.

Compare the findings: Evaluate the characteristics of each option against the definition of normal variations. Normal variations are typically harmless and do not indicate disease or injury, unlike ulcers, nodules, or widespread erythema.

Conclude that the presence of a small, flat, brown macule on the forearm is the correct answer because it aligns with the definition of a normal variation in the integumentary system.