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Differential Diagnosis in Adult-
Gerontology Primary Care | Exam
Questions & Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What is melanoma?
Answer:
A type of skin cancer.
Question:
What is the ABCDE assessment for melanoma?
Answer:
A method to identify potential signs of melanoma.
,Question:
What does asymmetrical mean in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
One half of the mole does not match the other half.
Question:
What does irregular border mean in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
The edges of the mole are not smooth or even.
Question:
What does color refer to in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
The mole is dark or has uneven coloring.
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What does diameter >6 mm mean in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
The mole is larger than 6 millimeters in diameter.
,Question:
What does evolution mean in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
The mole has changed in shape, size, or color over time.
Question:
What does ugly duckling mean in the context of melanoma?
Answer:
The mole does not resemble other moles or skin growths on the body.
Question:
What should be done if melanoma is suspected?
Answer:
Refer to a dermatologist for further evaluation.
Question:
What is Acne Vulgaris?
Answer:
Common skin disorder with red, tender bumps.
, Question:
What are closed comedones?
Answer:
Whiteheads on the skin's surface.
Question:
What are open comedones?
Answer:
Blackheads on the skin's surface.
Question:
What are papules?
Answer:
Inflamed bumps on the skin.
Question:
What are pustules?
Answer:
Inflamed bumps with pus-filled tips.