Ch. 31: Acne Flashcards

1
Q

The most common skin condition during adolescense

A

Acne

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2
Q

Acne is self-limiting and non life-threatening. However, it poses a threat to ____ for adolescents

A

Self-image

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3
Q

What does acne involve?

A

Pilosebaceous follicles (hair follicle and sebaceous gland complex) of the face, neck, chest, and upper back

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4
Q

Is acne genetic?

A

May be

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5
Q

Who is acne more common in?

A

Males

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6
Q

____ may result in acne flares in females

A

Hormonal fluctuations

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7
Q

The use of cosmetic products containing ingredients such as ____ and ___ may increase acne outbreaks

A

Petrolatum and lanolin

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8
Q

T/F: Adolescents working at fast food restaurants may have an increased incidence of acne due to exposure to cooking grease.

A

True

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9
Q

Lesions are either open (____) or closed (____).

A

Open: blackheads
Closed: whiteheads

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10
Q

P. acnes may lead to inflammation manifesting as ___, ____, ___, or ___

A

Papules
Pustules
Nodules
Cysts

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11
Q

How should child wash face?

A

Gently, avoid scrubbing and abrasive cleansers

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12
Q

What do we monitor for in adolescents who are taking isotretinoin (13-cis-retinoic acid) [amnesteem]?

A

Monitors for signs of MOOD CHANGES and SUICIDAL IDEATION

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13
Q

What does Tretinoin (Retin-A) do?

A

Interrupts abnormal keratinization that causes microcomedones (small lesions)

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14
Q

Can tretinoin (retin-A) irritate skin?

A

Yes, instruct client to apply within 20-30 min AFTER washing case

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15
Q

How much med of retin-A (tertinoin) is needed? When do they need to apply it?

A

PEA-SIZE about of medication and apply at NIGHT

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16
Q

Avoid ____ if taking retin-A.

A

Sun exposure

17
Q

Use sunscreen (____) to avoid sunburn if taking retin-A

A

SPF 15 or greater