While Palpating the Nail Bed of an African American Patient

While palpating the nail bed of an African American patient, the nurse notes that the nails have linear bands along the nail edge. How would the nurse evaluate this finding?

A) It likely indicates a nutritional deficiency.
B) This is a common finding in dark-skinned individuals.
C) Additional areas should be assessed for cyanosis.
D) The patient has a fungal infection of the nail bed.