Examination of a patient’s nails can provide insights into their health condition.

What term is used to describe the condition where transverse white bands appear on the nail, covering most of it except for a small area at the tip?

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Terry’s nails. The paramedic should observe the color and shape of the patient's fingernails and toenails and assess for the presence or absence of lesions. Terry's nails are characterized by the presence of transverse white bands that cover the nail except for a narrow zone at the distal tip. They are associated with cirrhosis.

Examination of a patient’s nails can provide insights into their health condition.<br/><br/>What term is used to describe the condition where transverse white bands appear on the nail, covering most of it except for a small area at the tip?

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