Which data indicates the CombiDerm nonadhesive, sterile, hydrocolloidal dressing is ready to be removed for a client with a stage 3 pressure ulcer?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: CombiDerm is an absorbent hydrocolloidal dressing. It should be removed when the softened area nears the edge, indicating it's saturated. Pooling exudate relates to alginate dressings, color change to Iodosorb gel, and no HCP order is required.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Squamous cell carcinoma often presents as an ulcer with raised everted edges and a central scab.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Verruca vulgaris, or common warts, are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Superficial burns only affect the epidermis.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Regardless of the cause, location, or extent of the injury, the acute inflammatory response follows the sequence of vascular response, cellular and phagocytic response, and healing. The cardinal signs of inflammation include erythema, local heat caused by the increased blood flow to the injured area (hyperemia), swelling due to accumulated fluid at site, pain from tissue swelling and chemical irritation of nerve endings, and loss of function caused by the swelling and pain. Coolness and decreased pulses are not typical signs of inflammation.