Asked by Jenny Flores on Jun 19, 2024
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While assessing the skin of an 82-year-old patient, a nurse discovers nonpainful, ruby red papules on the patient's trunk. What is the nurse's next action?
A) Explain that the patient has basal cell carcinoma and should watch for spread.
B) Document cherry angiomas as a normal older adult skin finding.
C) Tell the patient that this is a benign squamous cell carcinoma.
D) Record the presence of petechiae.
Cherry Angiomas
Small, benign tumors consisting of blood vessels that appear as red dots on the skin.
Ruby Red Papules
Small, rounded, red bumps on the skin, typically associated with various dermatological conditions.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Malignant epithelial cell tumor that begins as a papule and enlarges peripherally, developing a central crater that erodes, crusts, and bleeds. Metastasis is rare.
- Recognize different dermatological conditions and suitable nursing interventions.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize different dermatological conditions and suitable nursing interventions.
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