Describing Lesions Flashcards
1
Q
What a re 3 ways to describe lesions?
A
- Flat
- Fluid filled
- Raised
2
Q
What are different names for flat lesions?
A
- macule (small)
2. patch (large)
3
Q
What are different types of fluid filled lesions?
A
- vesicle: blister <0.5cm diameter
- pustule: pus in vesicle
- bulla: blister>0.5cm diameter
4
Q
What are different types of raised lesions?
A
- papule: <0.5cm diameter
2. nodule: >0.5cm in diameter
