ACNE

Question 1

What is the causative organism of acne?

Answer 1

P. acnes (Propionibacterium acnes)

Question 2

What structures are involved in Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 2

The sebaceous glands

Question 3

Name 3 drugs given for acne

Answer 3

Vitamin A, Antibiotics, Retinoids-Isotretinoin (accutane)

Question 4

Dietary indiscretions are a cause of acne (T/F)

Answer 4

False

Question 5

What are the 3 causative factors in Acne Vulgaris?

Answer 5

Hereditary, Bacterial, Hormonal

Question 6

Uncleanliness is a cause of acne (T/F)

Answer 6

False

Question 7

What is the most common retinoid given to people with acne?

Answer 7

Accutane

Question 8

Accutane is an analog of which vitamin?

Answer 8

Vitamin A

Question 9

What is the most common side effect of accutane?

Answer 9

Inflammation of the lips

Question 10

What side effect is MOST important in health teaching in accutane administration?

Answer 10

It can cause birth defects

Question 11

What is the antibiotic most commonly given to clients with acne?

Answer 11

Tetracycline

Question 12

How long will it take for the person see results when acne is being treated?

Answer 12

4 to 6 weeks

Question 13

Does stress make acne worse?

Answer 13

Yes

Question 14

How often should the client with acne wash his face each day?

Answer 14

Twice a day

Question 15

What instructions do you give a client taking tetracycline?

Answer 15

take in on an empty stomach and avoid the sunlight (photosensitivity)

Question 16

What are comedones?

Answer 16

blackheads and white heads