The nurse has assessed the client's skin. The nurse is preparing to document the appearance of herpetic lesions found over a client's nose and mouth region. The healthcare provider diagnosed the client with herpes simplex
Which of the following are common words that are used to describe these types of lesions? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Vesicular
2. Pustular
3. Pruritic
4. Ulcerated
5. Crusty
1,2,5
Rationale 1: Vesicular. Herpes simplex lesions may be described as vesicular.
Rationale 2: Pustular. Herpes simplex lesions may be described as pustular.
Rationale 3: Pruritic. Herpes simplex lesions are not associated with pruritis.
Rationale 4: Ulcerated. Herpes simplex lesions are not typically ulcerated.
Rationale 5: Crusty. Herpes simplex lesions may be described as crusty.
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