Folliculitis, furuncles, and carbuncles Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 19-year-old man presents to the primary care office for a rash on his chest and back which has been present for three days. The rash is slightly itchy. He does not have fever, chills, or other associated symptoms. Several people who went on a recent vacation with him have had a similar rash. Temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), pulse is 72/min, respiratory rate is 20/min, and blood pressure is 124/82 mmHg. Examination of the trunk reveals a diffuse, papular rash over the hair follicles as seen below. Occasional pustules are noted and a culture is taken from the fluid within a pustule. The culture grows Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Which of the following would be the greatest risk factor for this patient’s infection?


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