Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Exam Prep 2025 – Complete Practice Resource

Genital warts, which are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), typically present as small, fleshy lesions that can have a distinctive appearance. The option describing genital warts as pale pink with several projections accurately reflects their characteristic morphology. These warts often resemble small cauliflower-like growths due to their projections.

In contrast, the other descriptions do not align with the common presentation of genital warts. Flesh-colored and smooth lesions might suggest other dermatological conditions but do not specifically describe the typical manifestation of genital warts. Similarly, rough and dark-colored lesions could represent different skin conditions or types of warts unrelated to HPV, while the description of small and solitary warts does not capture the common clustered nature and the often larger presentation of genital warts. The presence of multiple projections is a key visual aspect that helps distinguish genital warts from other lesions in the genital area.