When teaching a client about basal cell carcinoma,the nurse would be sure to include which of the following?
A)It appears as a nodular lesion in the epidermis.
B)It is the most frequent type of skin cancer.
C)It usually begins in a preexisting mole (nevus).
D)It can metastasize to other body tissues.

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Basal cell carcinoma,the most common type of skin cancer,is associated with prolonged sun exposure,poor tanning ability,and previous X-ray therapy for facial acne.Surgical removal of the lesion(s)is the treatment of choice.

When Teaching a Client About Basal Cell Carcinoma,the Nurse Would