After performing foot care, the nurse checks the medical record and discovers that the patient has a foot disorder caused by a virus. Which condition did the nurse most likely observe?

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Plantar warts appear on the sole of the foot and are caused by the papillomavirus. Corns are caused by friction and pressure from ill-fitting or loose shoes. Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection and can spread to other body parts. A callus is caused by local friction or pressure.

After Performing Foot Care, the Nurse Checks the Medical Record