A client is seeking treatment for an infectious skin disorder. The nurse recognizes that skin disorders categorized as infectious include:
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. boils.
2. cold sores.
3. warts.
4. ringworm.
5. psoriasis.
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Boils are classified as an infectious skin disorder.
Rationale 2: Cold sores are classified as an infectious skin disorder.
Rationale 3: Warts are classified as an infectious skin disorder.
Rationale 4: Ringworm is classified as an infectious skin disorder.
Rationale 5: Psoriasis is not classified as an infectious skin disorder.
Global Rationale: All of the conditions listed, except for psoriasis, are considered infectious.
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