Which findings should the nurse expect in patient with second-degree frostbite in the fingers?
A) Hard white plaque on the fingertips
B) Superficial clear fluid-filled blisters
C) Deep purple fluid-filled blisters
D) No skin changes.
B) Superficial clear fluid-filled blisters
Explanation: A) First-degree frostbite appears as hard white plaque; second-degree frostbite has clear fluid in superficial blisters; and third-degree frostbite presents with purple fluid in deep blisters with discolored skin.
B) First-degree frostbite appears as hard white plaque; second-degree frostbite has clear fluid in superficial blisters; and third-degree frostbite presents with purple fluid in deep blisters with discolored skin.
C) First-degree frostbite appears as hard white plaque; second-degree frostbite has clear fluid in superficial blisters; and third-degree frostbite presents with purple fluid in deep blisters with discolored skin.
D) First-degree frostbite appears as hard white plaque; second-degree frostbite has clear fluid in superficial blisters; and third-degree frostbite presents with purple fluid in deep blisters with discolored skin.
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