An abnormal, rounded, solid lump above, within, or under the skin is a(n):

tubercle
   This kind of outgrowth is mostly common in bone formation as they are used for muscle formation and attached to the tendons. As they are in the skin of humans and animals they are also found in plants as well especially orchid , cacti and certain member of the pear family

If these are the missing choices: a. to determine skin temperature, place the back of your hand against the patient's skin.b. determine body temperature by touching the patient's hands and feet.c. skin temperature will tell you very little about this patient's condition or well-being.d. the patient's skin temperature and color will likely be warm and red.my answer is: a. to determine skin temperature, place the back of your hand against the patient's skin. using the back of the hand to check for temperature rather than the palm is more effective because the back of the hand has more nerves that can feel and transmit the temperature than the palm.