A female client presents to the clinic with a fever and sore throat as well as a rash on the hands, palms, and the soles of the feet. The client reports having intercourse once with a new partner approximately 8 weeks ago. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

Choice A reason: Mononucleosis typically presents with fever, sore throat, and lymphadenopathy but does not commonly cause a rash on the hands and feet.

Choice B reason: Herpes simplex virus usually causes painful vesicular lesions rather than a diffuse rash on the hands and feet.

Choice C reason: Syphilis can present with a fever, sore throat, and a characteristic rash on the hands, palms, and soles of the feet, particularly in the secondary stage of the infection.

Choice D reason: Toxic shock syndrome is associated with high fever, rash, and shock, but the rash is not typically confined to the hands and feet.

Choice A reason: Ignoring the client can escalate the behavior, as individuals with antisocial behavior may act out more to gain attention.

Choice B reason: Introducing him to the newly admitted client and asking him to join the conversation can disrupt the admission process and does not address the client's behavior appropriately.

Choice C reason: Encouraging him to go to the nurse's station and talk with another nurse may be an option, but it does not directly address the client's need for immediate attention.

Choice D reason: Informing him that the nurse is busy and will talk to him later sets clear boundaries and allows the nurse to complete the admission process without disruption.