A nurse is performing a skin assessment for a client who expresses concern about skin cancer. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential indication of a skin malignancy?

A. A lesion with uniform pigmentation

B. New appearance of Petechiae

C. A mole with an asymmetrical appearance

D. The presence of a papule Correct Answer: C

A nurse is assessing a client who reports increased pain following physical therapy. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask when assessing the quality of the clients pain?

A. Is your pain constance or intermittent?

B. What would you rate your pain on a scale of 0 - 10?

C. Does the pain radiate?

D. Is your pain sharp or dull? Correct Answer: D

A nurse is admitting a new client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take while performing medication reconciliation?

A. Verify the client's name on their ID bracelet with the MAR

B. Call the pharmacy to determine whether the clients medications are available

C. Compare the clients home medications with the provider's prescriptions