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While Performing an Assessment of the Perianal Area of a Patient

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While performing an assessment of the perianal area of a patient, the nurse notices that the pigmentation of anus is darker than that of the surrounding skin, the anal opening is closed, and a skin sac that is shiny and blue is noted.The patient mentioned that he has had pain with bowel movements and has occasionally noted some spots of blood.What would this assessment and history most likely indicate?


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Allowance Method

An accounting technique used to estimate and adjust accounts receivable for amounts that are unlikely to be collected.

Carrying Value

The value of an asset as shown on the balance sheet, representing its original cost minus any accumulated depreciation, impairment, or amortization.

Allowance Method

A technique used in accounting to estimate and account for bad debts by recognizing them as an expense before the debts actually become uncollectible.

Bad Debts Expense

Bad debts expense represents the recognition of accounts receivable that are not expected to be collected, impacting a company's financial statements.

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