Practice Question
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client to a medical-surgical unit. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is malnourished?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Pallor with scaly skin.
Rationale:
🔹 Pallor and scaly skin are classic indicators of malnutrition, especially deficiencies in protein, vitamins A, C, and zinc.
🔹 These symptoms reflect poor skin integrity and nutrient absorption, often seen in clients who are undernourished.
🔹 The skin may become dry, rough, or flaky due to lack of essential fatty acids and hydration.
🔹 Malnutrition also reduces wound healing capacity and increases infection risk.
🔹 Pink mucous membranes and a BMI of 23 are within normal limits and do not indicate malnutrition.
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This question is from ATI PN Fundamentals~2020 NGN Exam1 which contains 50 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4