The nurse is examining the external genitalia of a female client and notes draining papules. Based on this data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
1. Genital warts.
2. Herpes infection.
3. Syphilitic lesion.
4. Contact dermatitis.
Correct Answer: 3
Syphilitic lesions are painless papules that may begin to produce drainage. Genital warts produce cauliflower-like lesions. Herpes infection produces red, painful vesicles with localized swelling. Contact dermatitis produces red, weepy rashes.
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