Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing a client's skin and notices a raised nodule on the right forearm that is tender and filled with purulent secretions. The healthcare provider (HCP) diagnosed the abscess as a furuncle. Which pathological etiology places the client at risk for the development of a furuncle?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A furuncle (boil) is a deep infection of a hair follicle, most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus. It begins as folliculitis and progresses to form a painful, pus-filled nodule. Risk factors include poor hygiene, diabetes, and immunosuppression. Option A describes cellulitis/abscess from bite, is unrelated, suggests ischemia (not typical for furuncle).