A nurse assesses fungating lesions on the sole of a client's foot. The nurse's next action is to:
A. Refer the client to a podiatrist
B. Apply hot compresses or soaks to the area
C. Apply talcum powder and dry the area very well
D. Use a foot deodorant and apply an antiseptic cream to the lesions
A
A. A fungating lesion is a plantar wart that should be referred to a podiatrist.
B. A fungating lesion is a plantar wart that should be referred to a podiatrist.
C. A fungating lesion is a plantar wart that should be referred to a podiatrist.
D. A fungating lesion is a plantar wart that should be referred to a podiatrist.
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