Skin Integrity: Primary Lesions

Question 1

Macule

Answer 1

Freckle; flat discolored spot on skin with sharp borders

Question 2

Papule

Answer 2

Mole; Solid elevations without fluid with sharp borders

Question 3

Nodule, tumor

Answer 3

Wart (nodule) Large lipoma (tumor); Papable, solid, elevated mass. Nodules with distinct border, Tumors extending deep into the dermis

Question 4

Vesicle

Answer 4

Blister caused by herpes simplex; Small distinct elevation with fluid

Question 5

Bulla

Answer 5

Large friction or burn blister; Large distinct elevation with fluid

Question 6

Pustule

Answer 6

Acne, carbunchles; Vesicle or bulla filled with purulent fluid

Question 7

Wheal

Answer 7

hive, insect bite; oLcalized area of edema, often irregular and of variable size and color

Question 8

Plaque

Answer 8

psoriasis; Larger, flat, elevated,solid surface