The nurse is examining the external genitalia of a female client and notes small vesicular lesions that are painful. The nurse would suspect which of the following conditions in this situation?
1. Genital warts
2. Herpes infection
3. Bartholin's abscess
4. Contact dermatitis
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Rationale 1: Genital warts produce cauliflower-like lesions.
Rationale 2: Herpes infection produces red, painful vesicles with localized swelling.
Rationale 3: Bartholin's abscess produces inflammatory signs, such as redness and warm skin.
Rationale 4: Contact dermatitis produces red, weepy rashes.
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