Integumentary Problems in Med-Surg: What You’ll See in Clinical and On the NCLEX

This episode of NSG3046 Adult Medical Surgical 2 with Heather Murphy is designed for BSN students preparing for med-surg clinicals and the NCLEX. In about 15 minutes, Heather reviews common integumentary problems you’re likely to encounter on the floor, including cellulitis, impetigo, shingles, pressure injuries, venous and arterial ulcers, and diabetic foot ulcers. She connects assessment findings with priority nursing interventions, dressing choices, and factors that impact wound healing. Throughout, she weaves in NCLEX-style question tips—what key words to watch for, how to pick the priority patient, and how to eliminate distractors on exam items related to skin, wounds, and infection control.