The nurse observes yellow staining in the sclera of eyes, soles of feet, and palms of hands. How should the nurse document these findings?

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Jaundice is defined as the yellow staining of the skin, usually by bile pigments. Yellow staining is not a normal appearance of the skin. Erythema is redness that results from increased blood flow to the area. Ecchymosis is large, diffuse areas, usually black and blue, caused by hemorrhage of blood into the skin.

The Nurse Observes Yellow Staining in the Sclera of Eyes