Question

a nurse performs a focused assessment on a new client. the nurse observes pustules and erythema around the client’s hair follicles. the nurse recognizes these are signs and symptoms of which of the following disorders? ringworm tinea capitis alopecia folliculitis

Explanation:

Pustules and erythema around hair follicles are key signs of folliculitis. Ringworm and tinea capitis are fungal scalp - related, alopecia is hair loss.

Answer:

D. folliculitis