Author Question: During an assessment of the patient's integument, the nurse notes a flat, nonpalpable change in skin ... (Read 58 times)

HCHenry · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

During an assessment of the patient's integument, the nurse notes a flat, nonpalpable change in skin colour that is smaller than 1 cm. How is this finding documented by the nurse?

a. Macule
b. Papule
c. Vesicle
d. Nodule

Question 2

Which of the following is one of the leading causes of death or injury, from the age of 1 year to adulthood?

a. Burns
b. Poisoning
c. Motor vehicle accidents
d. Sudden infant death syndrome

kilada · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A The finding is consistent with the definition of a macule.
B A papule is a palpable, circumscribed, solid elevation in skin, smaller than 1 cm.
C A vesicle is a circumscribed elevation of skin filled with serous fluid, smaller than 1 cm.
D A nodule is an elevated solid mass, deeper and firmer than a papule, 1 to 2 cm in diameter.

Answer to Question 2

C

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A Burns are not the leading cause of death or injury from the age of 1 year to adulthood.
B Poisoning is not the leading cause of death or injury from the age of 1 year to adulthood.
C Motor vehicle accidents as well as accidents related to recreational activities are the leading causes of death or injury from the age of 1 year to adulthood.
D Sudden infant death syndrome is not the leading cause of death or injury from the age of 1 year to adulthood.