An older client reports having a white patch inside the mouth. The nurse assesses a 2 cm by 2 cm lesion on the inner aspect of the left jaw. How should the nurse respond to the client?
1. "Rinse with a mild solution of hydrogen peroxide and water."
2. "The white patch is the result of aging and no cause for concern."
3. "You should contact your healthcare provider for an evaluation of the area."
4. "I think the patch looks like a bacterial infection and you will most likely need an antibiotic."
3. "You should contact your healthcare provider for an evaluation of the area."
Explanation: 1. The client should not be directed to use hydrogen peroxide since this is irritating to delicate oral tissues.
2. White patches are not usual signs of aging.
3. The lesion's description is consistent with leukoplakia. The final diagnosis and treatment of the lesion will need to be made by a physician.
4. White patches are not caused by bacterial infections.
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