An Older Patient Has Been Treated for a Small Basal

question 20

Multiple Choice

An older patient has been treated for a small basal cell carcinoma on the face.What assessment finding indicates to the nurse that the goals for a priority diagnosis have been met?

• A)The patient verbalizes relief there is no metastasis.
• B)Wound edges are approximated without redness.
• C)The patient expresses satisfaction with the cosmetic outcome.
• D)The patient relates the need for proper sun protection.

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