Question

The PNP visualized light brown lesions that are large, round, and flat as cafe-au-lait spots. The PNP understand the importance of documenting the number of spots, size and the location because: ?

1) the presence of six or more cafe-au-lait spots larger than 0.5cm in diameter in children and 1.5cm in adolescents suggests the possibility of NF1
2) the presence of six or more cafe-au-lait spots larger than 015cm in diameter in children and 0.5cm in adolescents suggests the possibility of NF1
3) the presence of six or more cafe-au-lait spots larger than 0.5cm in diameter in children and 1.5cm in adolescents suggests the possibility of mongolian spots
4) the presence of three or more cafe-au-lait spots larger than 0.5cm in diameter in children and 1.5cm in adolescents suggests the possibility of NF1

Answer 1

The importance of documenting the number, size, and location of cafe-au-lait spots is to identify potential signs of NF1 (neurofibromatosis type 1).

Step-by-step explanation:

The importance of documenting the number of cafe-au-lait spots, their size, and location is because the presence of six or more cafe-au-lait spots larger than 0.5cm in diameter in children and 1.5cm in adolescents suggests the possibility of NF1 (neurofibromatosis type 1).

NF1 is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue. By documenting these features, healthcare professionals can identify potential signs of NF1 and provide appropriate care and monitoring.