The Parent of a Preschool-Age Child Is Upset Because the Child

question 2

Multiple Choice

The parent of a preschool-age child is upset because the child is developing brown spots over the lower legs. Which should you explain to the parent about this finding?

• A) "These spots are harmless and should not cause any concern."
• B) "These are called café-au-lait spots. They are an indication of type 1 neurofibromatosis (NF-1)."
• C) "These spots indicate an underlying bone cancer and must be biopsied immediately."
• D) "These spots indicate type 2 NF and indicate that a change in hearing will occur in a few years."