When palpating the child's cervical lymph nodes, the nurse notes that they are tender, enlarged, and warm. What is the best explanation for this?
A) Some form of cancer
B) Local scalp infection common in children
C) Infection or inflammation distal to the site
D) Infection or inflammation close to the site

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Small nontender nodes are normal. Tender, enlarged, and warm lymph nodes may indicate infection or inflammation close to their location. Tender lymph nodes are not usually indicative of cancer. A scalp infection would usually not cause inflamed lymph nodes. The lymph nodes close to the site of inflammation or infection would be inflamed.

When Palpating the Child's Cervical Lymph Nodes, the Nurse Notes