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A nurse is inspecting a lesion on a client who has basal cell carcinoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A weeping vesicle

A red, edematous macule

A rough, scaly tumor

A pearly, shiny nodule with defined borders.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. A weeping vesicle:
More typical of eczema or contact dermatitis, not basal cell carcinoma.

B. A red, edematous macule:
Suggests inflammation or allergic reaction, not a basal cell lesion.

C. A rough, scaly tumor:
Describes squamous cell carcinoma or actinic keratosis.

D. A pearly, shiny nodule with defined borders:
Classic presentation of basal cell carcinoma, especially on sun-exposed areas.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Timely administration of prophylactic antibiotics:
Helps reduce infection risk, not increase it.

B. Proper hand hygiene by healthcare providers:
Prevents infection; this is an important part of infection control.

C. Adequate wound cleaning and debridement:
Helps reduce bacterial load and supports healing.

D. Delayed wound closure and prolonged healing:
The longer the wound is open, the greater the risk of infection due to exposed tissue and compromised barrier function.

A. Circular, erythematous patches on the scalp B. Scaling and redness between the toes C. Recent exposure to poison ivy D. A recent prescription for an antiseizure medication

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Circular, erythematous patches on the scalp:
Describes tinea capitis, not tinea pedis.

B. Scaling and redness between the toes:
Classic symptoms of tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), a fungal infection often affecting the web spaces of toes.

C. Recent exposure to poison ivy:
Suggests allergic contact dermatitis, not fungal infection.

D. A recent prescription for an antiseizure medication:
More suggestive of Stevens-Johnson syndrome or drug reactions-not tinea pedis.

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