The nurse concludes that a client has abnormal hair distribution. What observation did the nurse use to make this clinical decision?
1. Alopecia
2. Ecchymosis
3. Jaundice
4. Hirsutism
Answer: 4
1. Alopecia is the loss of hair, but is not usually considered abnormal in this society, and is a result of heredity.
2. Ecchymosis is large purple spots on the skin.
3. Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and sclera of the eyes.
4. Hirsutism is excessive hair formation and usually indicates an endocrine disorder.
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