While bathing the client, the nurse observes large purple-colored rashes on the client's chest. The nurse documents that the client has:
A)
petechiae.
B)
eythema.
C)
purpura.
D)
papules.
C
Explanation:
A)
Purpura are purple rashes caused by blood leaking under the skin. Petechiae are pinpoint red discolorations. Erythema is a redness of the skin and papules are raised red lesions.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
B)
Purpura are purple rashes caused by blood leaking under the skin. Petechiae are pinpoint red discolorations. Erythema is a redness of the skin and papules are raised red lesions.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
C)
Purpura are purple rashes caused by blood leaking under the skin. Petechiae are pinpoint red discolorations. Erythema is a redness of the skin and papules are raised red lesions.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
D)
Purpura are purple rashes caused by blood leaking under the skin. Petechiae are pinpoint red discolorations. Erythema is a redness of the skin and papules are raised red lesions.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
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