
a.
To determine:
The type of skin condition the patient is suffering from.
Introduction:
Skin is the main part of the integumentary system. It plays an important role to prevent the body from the invading pathogen and from the harsh environment. Skin along with hair, nails, sweat, and oil glands are the part of the integumentary system.
b.
To determine:
The name of the causative agent, and also determine how might patients have acquired the pathogen.
Introduction:
Skin is the main part of the integumentary system. It plays an important role to prevent the body from the invading pathogen and from the harsh environment. Skin along with hair, nails, sweat, and oil glands are the part of the integumentary system.
c.
To determine:
The explanation that would clarify the misconception of the patient who claims that he has never been sexually active.
Introduction:
Skin is the main part of the integumentary system. It plays an important role to prevent the body from the invading pathogen and from the harsh environment. Skin along with hair, nails, sweat, and oil glands are the part of the integumentary system.

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