A nurse in a community health clinic is caring for a patient who has a new diagnosis of plantar warts. What should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this patient?

Choice A rationale

A biopsy is not typically prescribed for plantar warts unless there is suspicion of a more serious condition, such as cancer.

Choice B rationale

Soaking feet in an antiseptic solution daily is not a standard treatment for plantar warts. Standard treatments include salicylic acid, cryotherapy (freezing), and other methods.

Choice C rationale

Plantar warts are not directly related to excessive foot perspiration. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) entering a cut or break in the skin.

Choice D rationale

Plantar warts may cause discomfort during walking due to their location on the soles of the feet.

Choice A rationale

Telling the patient that this is the medication their doctor wants them to take does not address the patient’s concern about the color of the pill.

Choice B rationale

While it’s true that the same medication can sometimes come in different colors, this response does not confirm that the orange pill is the correct medication for the patient.

Choice C rationale

Checking the medication order again is the best response. This will ensure that the patient is receiving the correct medication.

Choice D rationale

Explaining the purpose of the medication does not address the patient’s concern about the color of the pill.