During an assessment of the client's integument, the nurse notes a flat, nonpalpable change in skin colour that is smaller than 1 cm. How is this finding documented by the nurse?
a. Macule
b. Papule
c. Vesicle
d. Nodule
A
The finding is consistent with the definition of a macule.
A papule is a palpable, circumscribed, solid elevation in skin, smaller than 1 cm.
A vesicle is a circumscribed elevation of skin filled with serous fluid, smaller than 1 cm.
A nodule is an elevated solid mass, deeper and firmer than a papule, 1 to 2 cm in diameter.
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