week 2 quiz Flashcards
A naturopathic doctor is evaluating a 23-year-old female patient who presents with persistent acne since her teenage years. The patient mentions that while her acne improved slightly after her teen years, it never completely resolved. Recently, she has noticed an increase in breakouts, especially around her menstrual cycle. She is concerned, as she believed that acne was predominantly a teenage problem. Her medical history reveals no significant findings, but she does note that her mother struggled with acne well into her 40s.
Considering the patient’s history, what is the most appropriate response the naturopathic doctor can provide to address the patient’s concerns?
Question 1 Answer
a.
The patient’s acne is likely unrelated to her mother’s experience since there is minimal genetic contribution to acne
b.
Acne is exclusive to adolescents, and she should be assured that it’s very unusual for adults to experience it
c.
Acne in adults is primarily related to dietary habits, and a change in diet will resolve the condition
d.
While acne is more prevalent in adolescents, a significant number of adults, especially females, can continue to experience it into their 20s and even 30s
d.
While acne is more prevalent in adolescents, a significant number of adults, especially females, can continue to experience it into their 20s and even 30s
In various populations worldwide, including those of African, Asian, Latin, and Caucasian descent, what dermatologic condition is frequently reported as a leading or common diagnosis?
Question 2 Answer
a.
Skin discoloration
b.
Acne vulgaris
c.
Acne conglobata
d.
Dyschromia
b.
Acne vulgaris
Which of the following is a skin condition that can be confused with closed comedones of acne vulgaris?
Question 3 Answer
a.
Rosacea
b.
Folliculitis
c.
Acne fulminans
d.
Milia
d.
Milia
A 35-year-old woman visits her naturopathic doctor, concerned about her persistent acne. She discloses that she recently started a job which requires her to wear her hair in in a ponytail daily. She also mentions indulging in regular facials involving deep massages and has switched to oil-based cosmetics. The woman, wanting to maintain a healthy diet, often snacks on dark chocolate and avoids high glycemic index and high glycemic load foods.
Based on the patient’s history, which practice is most likely to be contributing to her acne?
Question 4 Answer
a.
Having her hair in a ponytail daily
b.
Avoiding high glycemic index foods
c.
Frequent consumption of chocolates
d.
Use of oil-based cosmetics
d.
Use of oil-based cosmetics
A 14-year-old girl is very concerned about her acne. She is not only increasingly anxious about social situations, but is also feeling guilty about expressing her concerns at home because her older sister experiences significantly more severe acne but has never seemed as concerned about it.
What aspect of the psychological impact of acne should be relayed to this patient?
Question 5 Answer
a.
Acne-related emotional distress has been found to be directly proportional to the number of lesions, so her sister is likely hiding her true feelings
b.
Only severe leads to deep emotional distress, so her current concerns are likely to subside
c.
The impact of acne on a patient’s life can be significant, irrespective of its severity
d.
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the primary cause of emotional distress and she should therefore seek therapy before this commences
c.
The impact of acne on a patient’s life can be significant, irrespective of its severity
