Primary Findings Flashcards
1
Q
flat, circular, color change; < 1cm
A
macule
2
Q
what is a freckle
A
macule
3
Q
solid, circular, elevated, < 1cm
A
papule
4
Q
what are moles, warts
A
papule
5
Q
solid, elevated, hard or soft, > 1cm
may extend deeper into dermis
A
nodule
6
Q
superficial, raised, transient & erythematous; slightly irregular shape
A
wheal
7
Q
what is a mosquito bite, allergic reaction
A
wheal
8
Q
elevated cavity containing fluid, < 1cm
A
vesicle
9
Q
elevated cavity containing fluid, > 1cm
A
bulla
10
Q
encapsulated, fluid-filled cavity in dermis or SQ layer, tensely elevating skin
A
cyst
11
Q
pus in the cavity; round & elevated
A
pustule
