Pediatricsbasic
A tender pea-sized nodule on a finger or toe pad in IE is called an _____ node.
Answer
Osler
Explanation
A tender digital-pad nodule is an **Osler node**. Janeway lesions are classically painless and occur on palms or soles. **Key takeaway:** Tender digital nodules are associated with Osler nodes. **Glossary:** Digital: relating to fingers or toes.
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