During the skin assessment of a client, the nurse observes a skin lesion that is elevated, round, and filled with serum. Identify the type of lesion.

Choice A rationale

Positioning the client flat as directed is the priority intervention after a lumbar puncture to prevent cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage, which can lead to a post-lumbar puncture headache. This position helps maintain normal CSF pressure and promotes sealing of the puncture site.

Choice B rationale

Leaving the client to rest without performing any assessments is not appropriate, as continuous monitoring is necessary to detect any complications such as bleeding or changes in neurological status. Regular assessments help ensure timely intervention if issues arise.

Choice C rationale

Providing caffeine-rich drinks is sometimes recommended to alleviate headaches caused by CSF leakage post-lumbar puncture. However, it is not the priority intervention immediately after the procedure, which focuses on positioning and monitoring.

Choice D rationale

Avoiding analgesic agents is incorrect. Pain management is an important aspect of care post-lumbar puncture, and appropriate analgesics should be administered as needed. The focus should be on positioning and monitoring, not withholding pain relief.

Choice A rationale

Furuncles, also known as boils, are deep folliculitis caused by bacterial infection, not sebum blockage.

Choice B rationale

Carbuncles are clusters of furuncles connected under the skin and are also caused by bacterial infection, not sebum blockage.

Choice C rationale

Comedones are primary lesions of acne caused by the blockage of hair follicles by sebum and keratin. They can be open (blackheads) or closed (whiteheads).

Choice D rationale

Striae, also known as stretch marks, are caused by the tearing of the dermis due to rapid stretching of the skin and are not related to sebum blockage in hair follicles.