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Pat Ed YBI Chapter Six Lesions
Question | Answer |
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Small, flat circumscribed lesion of a different color than the normal skin. | Macule |
Palpable elevated lesion; varies in size. | Nodule |
Elevated erythematous lesion, usually containing purulent exudate. | Pustule |
Large, slightly elevated lesion with flat surface, often topped by scale. | Plaque |
Dry, rough surface or dried exudate or blood. | Crust |
Thick, dry, rough surface (leatherlike). | Lichenification |
Raised, irregular, and increasing mass of collagen resulting from excessive scar tissue formation. | Keloid |
Cavity with loss of tissue from the epidermis and dermis, often weeping or bleeding. | Ulcer |
Shallow, moist cavity in epidermis. | Erosion |
Circular area on the skin that is reddened and elevated. | Papule |
Small blister that is less than 0.5 cm in diameter. | Vesicle |
Crack or groove on a surface. | Fissure |
Blackhead | Comedo |