Exam 2 Skin stuff

Question 1

What does isotretinoin do?

Answer 1

suppress sebum produciton
inhibit inflammation

Question 2

What is isotretinoin used for?

Answer 2

severe acne; nonresponsive to other treatment

Question 3

What are side effects of isotretinoin?

Answer 3

dryness and swelling of lips and mouth
nausea/vomiting
muscle pain, weakness
weakness
hyperlipidemia
depression, agression, changes in mood psychosis
suicidal thoughts
hepatoxicity
photosensitivity

Question 4

What are contrainidcations for isotretinoin?

Answer 4

Pregnancy cat X

Question 5

What nursing inteventions are performed for isotretinoin?

Answer 5

before treatment, obtain CBC, lipid profile, and liver function test
teach iPLEDGE program

Question 6

What important education is given regarding isotretinoin?

The do’s and dont’ts

Answer 6

take after meal
don’t take vitamin A supplements
avoid using strong skin cleaners
avoid prolonged sun exposure
DO NOT donate blood during therapy or 1 month after

Question 7

What important action will the patient in accordance with the iPLEDGE program?

Answer 7

contraceptive use for 1 month before, during, and after therapy