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When performing the physical assessment of a client, the nurse notes the presence of a small cyst that contains hair, which is located midline in the sacrococcygeal area and has a palpable sinus tract. how should the nurse document this finding?

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The nurse should document the finding as a Pilonidal cyst. A pilonidal cyst is located near the tailbone between the buttocks. The cyst is created from obesity, sitting a long time, or not engaging in physical activity. The cyst causes swelling and pain in the area it forms.

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