Pseudofolliculitis Barbae Flashcards
Instruction number for PFB?
BUPERSINST 1000.22B
Is PFB a medical problem
Nof unless the individual is required to shave daily
True or false after a PFB determination a member will not be required to be reevaluated at anytime, recommended for separation or transferred
True or false after a PFB determination a member will not be required to be reevaluated at anytime, recommended for separation or transferred True the PFB policy is meant to ensure a one time evaluation and determination is conducted
Once the condition of PFB had been made how do you record it
You fill out encl 2 put one copy in the medical record and one in the patients service record it will document the diagnosis initial treatment and progression of treatment
What happens to individuals who have completed and failed a PFB treatment period
They will be issued permanent no shave status
What are the requirements of personnel in a temporary no shave status
Maintain facial hair within 1/4 inch length the beard will not become unkempt in appearance and will not be manicured to any styles
What is a navpers 1000/1
PFB shaving waiver disposition and treatment form
How many phases of treatment are there for PFB
4
What is phase 1 for PFB tx
Used to control mild cases less than 20-30 small pustules or rare papules
After shaving at the first sign of irritation, tenderness or new papule formation what type of cream should be applied?
Vioform HC cream
Where should you look for guidance on administrative separation
MILPERSMAN 1910-120
What area does PFB normally effect?
Mainly the neck
Who is most susceptible to have PFB?
Black or African Americans
When beginning Phase 1, how long is shaving avoided?
3-4 wks
How often is Retin-A cream applied?
nightly
How often if facial hair brushing conducted during phase 1?
4 x daily
3-5min each
During phase 1 of PFB, how long is a hot and wet washcloth applied to the face?
5 min
During phase of PFB, how often is PT to shave?
2-3 days
If electric clippers are used during phase 1, how often is T to shave?
Every other day
After using electric clippers, what is applied to irritated spots of skin?
Vioform-HC
Definition of Phase 2?
Moderate cases- 20-60 papules with pustules
How often is barium sulfide used during phase 2?
Every 48-72 hrs
How much of the face is barium sulfide applied to at once?
1/4-1/2
Max time barium sulfide is to be used on the face?
Remove NLT 3min
What is different between Phase I and Phase II in regards to direction of shaving/removal of gels?
Phase 1- with the grain
Phase 2- against the grain
If hairs remain after 1st application of barium sulfide, how long is the wait time to re-administer?
30-60sec, wait if still within original 3 min time span
How is barium sulfide neutralized?
Diluted vinegar
1 teaspoon per pint of water
How long is calcium triglycolate left on the face?
5-10 min
How often is the face rinsed after applying calcium triglycolate?
2-3 times
During Phase III, barber clippers with a guard are used to prevent a shave being closer than?
1mm
During phase III, which direction are barber clippers used?
Against the grain
What kind of laser system is used during phase IV?
1064nm
How many laser treatments are needed?
3 treatments within 3-4mon
What % of hair reduction is strived for during laser treatment?
90-95%
How often is laser maintenance therapy scheduled for?
Every 3 mon
What form is filled out if PT refuses laser treatment?
NAVPERS 1070/613
