A 25-year-old female patient presents to the clinic with mod…

A 25-year-old female patient presents to the clinic with moderate acne vulgaris. After a thorough evaluation, the nurse practitioner decides to prescribe tretinoin (a topical retinoid). The FNP provides patient education about proper use of the medication. Which of the following is the most important instruction to give the patient regarding the use of tretinoin?

33. Zahra is married and has two children. She and her husba…

33. Zahra is married and has two children. She and her husband, Dave, both work full-time jobs. After work, Zahra cooks dinner, cleans up the house, helps the kids with homework, and puts them to bed. Dave helps with these tasks sometimes, but most days he watches TV or plays video games after work in order to “unwind.” If Arlie Hochschild saw this family, she would say that Zahra is experiencing the

A 20-year-old male patient presents to the clinic with moder…

A 20-year-old male patient presents to the clinic with moderate acne vulgaris, characterized by comedones, papules, and pustules on his face, chest, and back. The acne has been persistent for several months despite using over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid products. The healthcare provider is considering an appropriate treatment plan to help manage the patient’s condition. Which of the following treatment options is most appropriate for this patient with moderate acne vulgaris?

A 35-year-old patient with atopic dermatitis presents to the…

A 35-year-old patient with atopic dermatitis presents to the clinic seeking advice on managing her condition without relying on medications. The healthcare provider discusses various non-pharmacological measures to help alleviate her symptoms and prevent flare-ups. Which of the following non-pharmacological measures should be recommended to the patient as part of a comprehensive management plan for dermatitis?