The older man complains of a hard white patch that has developed on the side of his tongue. What would be the most appropriate action of the nurse?

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A hard white patch on the tongue can indicate a precancerous lesion, and immediate evaluation by a medical provider is necessary. Dental issues or irritation from sharp edges on teeth would not typically present as a hard white patch on the tongue, and warm salt water rinses would not be sufficient for management of a possible precancerous lesion.

The Older Man Complains of a Hard White Patch That