A client is complaining of pain and drainage coming from an area on his back. The nurse assesses the area and finds a large erythematous, swollen mass with multiple areas of purulent drainage. The nurse suspects the client has a(n):

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A carbuncle is a cluster of boils (deep, pus-filled abscesses) that form a connected area of infection under the skin. It is characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and purulent drainage, as described in the scenario.

A Client Is Complaining of Pain and Drainage Coming from an Area