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A nurse is providing a community presentation about identifying skin cancer lesions.Which of the following information should the nurse include about melanoma?

"Melanoma often originates from a mole."

"Melanoma is symmetrical in shape."

"Metastasis of a melanoma is rare."

"Melanoma has one growth phase."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale:

Melanoma often originates from an existing mole or can develop as a new pigmented lesion on the skin.

Choice B rationale:

Melanoma lesions are typically asymmetrical, not symmetrical.

Choice C rationale:

Metastasis of melanoma is not rare and can occur if the disease is not diagnosed and treated early.

Choice D rationale:

Melanoma has multiple growth phases, including radial and vertical growth.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

A hemoglobin level of 13 g/dL is within the normal range and is not specifically indicative of HELLP syndrome.

Choice B rationale:

A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level of 8 mg/dL is within the normal range and is not typically associated with HELLP syndrome.

Choice C rationale:

Elevated bilirubin levels are a characteristic feature of HELLP syndrome, which involves liver dysfunction.

Choice D rationale:

A hematocrit level of 38% is within the normal range and is not specifically indicative of HELLP syndrome.

A. A 64-year-old client who is taking estrogen supplements B. A 70-year-old client who has COPD C. A 28-year-old client who has a left arm fracture D. A 53-year-old client who has a thin build

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

A 64-year-old client taking estrogen supplements does not necessarily indicate a greater risk for infection compared to the other options.

Choice B rationale:

A 70-year-old client with COPD does not necessarily indicate a greater risk for infection compared to the other options.

Choice C rationale:

A 28-year-old client with a left arm fracture is at greater risk for infection due to the open wound and potential introduction of pathogens.

Choice D rationale:

A 53-year-old client with a thin build does not necessarily indicate a greater risk for infection compared to the other options.

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