A client is experiencing elevated fluid-filled lesions on the skin. The nurse would document these lesions as being:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Elevated fluid-filled lesions on the skin are commonly referred to as vesicles. Cesicles are small, fluid-filled sacs or blisters that are usually less than 5mm in diameter and may be caused by a variety of conditions, including viral infections, allergies, and physical trauma. Macules are flat, discolored spots on the skin, while nodules are solid, raised bumps that may be deeper in the skin. Wheals are raised, itchy areas of the skin that often have a red border and a pale center.

A Client Is Experiencing Elevated Fluid-Filled Lesions on the Skin