When assessing for squamous cell cancer (SCC),a home health nurse is particularly concerned about which suspicious lesion?
A)Leg of a 60-year-old Asian female
B)Neck of a 73-year-old Hispanic female
C)Lower lip of a 70-year-old African American male
D)Back of a 90-year-old Caucasian male

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SCC is most commonly found on areas of the body that are frequently exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, lips, scalp, neck, hands, and arms. The lower lip of a 70-year-old African American male is a high-risk location due to sun exposure. The other locations listed may also develop SCC, but they are not as high-risk as the lower lip.

When Assessing for Squamous Cell Cancer (SCC),a Home Health Nurse