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Patrice is working as a medical assistant. She has four patients who want to schedule an appointment to see the doctor. Who is likely to be considered the patient with the MOST urgent needs?

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a 35-year-old woman who has a new rash

a 35-year-old woman who has a new rash

a 12-year-old girl who needs a school physical

a 12-year-old girl who needs a school physical

a 47-year-old man who wants a routine check-up

a 47-year-old man who wants a routine check-up

a 24-year-old young man who has had allergies for years

a 24-year-old young man who has had allergies for years

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a 35-year-old woman who has a new rash

Reason: A new acute symptom requires more timely evaluation than routine or preventive visits (school physical, routine check-up) or a chronic stable problem (longstanding allergies).