A nurse is planning to teach about early recognition of malignant melanoma at a local health fair. A poster using which of the following acronyms would be appropriate?
A)
Know your ABCDs.
B)
Watch the SUN.
C)
Eat RICE.
D)
Don't be a BRAT.
A
Explanation:
A)
The acronym represents A for asymmetry, border irregularity, C for color variations, and D for greater than 6 cm in diameter. These are the markers indicative of malignant melanoma. RICE is used for treatment of sprains and strains: rest, elevation, compression, and elevation. The BRAT diet is advised for diarrhea and gastroenteritis: broth, rice, applesauce, and tea.
Application
Planning
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
B)
The acronym represents A for asymmetry, border irregularity, C for color variations, and D for greater than 6 cm in diameter. These are the markers indicative of malignant melanoma. RICE is used for treatment of sprains and strains: rest, elevation, compression, and elevation. The BRAT diet is advised for diarrhea and gastroenteritis: broth, rice, applesauce, and tea.
Application
Planning
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
C)
The acronym represents A for asymmetry, border irregularity, C for color variations, and D for greater than 6 cm in diameter. These are the markers indicative of malignant melanoma. RICE is used for treatment of sprains and strains: rest, elevation, compression, and elevation. The BRAT diet is advised for diarrhea and gastroenteritis: broth, rice, applesauce, and tea.
Application
Planning
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
D)
The acronym represents A for asymmetry, border irregularity, C for color variations, and D for greater than 6 cm in diameter. These are the markers indicative of malignant melanoma. RICE is used for treatment of sprains and strains: rest, elevation, compression, and elevation. The BRAT diet is advised for diarrhea and gastroenteritis: broth, rice, applesauce, and tea.
Application
Planning
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
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