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awywial

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on: Jun 25, 2018
During assessment of the patient's skin, the nurse observes a similar pattern of small, raised lesions on the left and right upper back areas. Which term should the nurse use to document these lesions?
 
  a. Confluent
  b. Zosteriform
  c. Generalized
  d. Symmetric

Question 2

When performing a skin assessment, the nurse notes several angiomas on the chest of an older patient. Which action should the nurse take next?
 
  a. Assess the patient for evidence of liver disease.
  b. Discuss the adverse effects of sun exposure on the skin.
  c. Teach the patient about possible skin changes with aging.
  d. Suggest that the patient make an appointment with a dermatologist.


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vboyd24

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The description of the lesions indicates that they are grouped. The other terms are inconsistent with the description of the lesions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Angiomas are a common occurrence as patients get older, but they may occur with systemic problems such as liver disease. The patient may want to see a dermatologist to have the angiomas removed, but this is not the initial action by the nurse. The nurse may need to teach the patient about the effects of aging on the skin and about the effects of sun exposure, but the initial action should be further assessment.


awywial

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

lindahyatt42

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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