A fifteen-year-old patient is scheduled for a skin biopsy. She is concerned and asks the nurse how painful the procedure is. The nurse's most appropriate action is to explain that there will be:

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The nurse's most appropriate action is to explain that there will be a local anesthetic and may cause a burning or stinging sensation. This is the most common source of pain. Preoperative medication is not necessary with this procedure.

A Fifteen-Year-Old Patient Is Scheduled for a Skin Biopsy