NR-283 Week 3 Discussion: Skin and Respiratory System Disorders (Version 1)/ GRADED

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Mr. J, age 42, is a construction worker in Las Vegas who lives with his daughter and grandson, Sammy. He recently … that a mole on his face seemed to be getting larger and darker. At first, he did n... ot worry because he was in the sun a lot and … the change may have been … by sunburn. After a month, not only was the mole larger and darker, but it appeared to be “bumpy.” His doctor … a malignant melanoma skin cancer following biopsy of the nevus. Mr. J reports pain in his right shin that does not go away when he puts his feet up or sleeps. Discussion Questions Relate J’s skin changes to the warning signs for malignant melanoma. Discuss the normal progression of this malignancy. What is the significance of the bone pain that J is experiencing? Discuss the treatment available for this patient and the prognosis for recovery. [Show More]

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