A client who has diabetes and is overweight develops a carbuncle at the nape of the neck,which is incised and drained.The client asks the nurse what caused the carbuncle to grow.Which of these responses is the MOST appropriate response?
A)"Your diabetes probably increased your susceptibility to infection."
B)"It's the result of poor hygiene."
C)"The staphylococcus organism is present on the skin,and a hair follicle probably became infected."
D)"Your obesity and constant perspiration may have caused it."

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A carbuncle begins as an infected hair follicle.Persons who are obese or malnourished with poor hygiene as well as people who are diabetic are most susceptible to carbuncles.

A Client Who Has Diabetes and Is Overweight Develops a Carbuncle