On examination of the skin of a 30-year-old lifeguard, the nurse notes the following skin lesion. Which is the priority action by the nurse?
A. The nurse recognizes this is a precancerous lesion and advises the client to wear sunscreen or clothing that covers the areas of their body exposed to the sun.
B. The nurse recognizes that no intervention is needed — this is a normal color variation for people who are exposed to extended periods of sunlight.
C. The nurse advises the client that the lesion should be further evaluated as soon as possible and should initiate a referral.
D. The nurse provides the client with information about skin cancer and advises that the client have routine skin examinations due to their outdoor working environment.
