During a routine skin assessment, a 68-year-old patient presents with a 0.5 cm raised, smooth, firm growth with a pearly border on the left cheek. There is central ulceration and telangiectasia. Based on these findings, which of the following is the most appropriate next step for the medical assistant to prepare for?
Instruct the patient to apply sunscreen to the lesion daily.
Set up for cryotherapy treatment.
Apply a broad-spectrum antibiotic ointment to the lesion.
Prepare supplies for a skin biopsy.