Author Question: An adolescent client with acne has a peer who takes isotretinoin (Accutane) for acne. Which of the ... (Read 119 times)

Alygatorr01285 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

An adolescent client with acne has a peer who takes isotretinoin (Accutane) for acne. Which of the following statements by the nurse in discussing this drug with the client and her parent would be most accurate?

1. This is an over-the-counter drug that is safe for use.
2. Accutane is very dangerous to the growing fetus if pregnancy occurs.
3. This drug has to be given IM by a nurse each month.
4. When applying this drug to the face, you must wear gloves.

Question 2

The nurse conducts a focused assessment of a client's peripheral vascular system including which of the following? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Vital signs
2. Perfusion
3. Capillary refill time
4. Skin color of extremities
5. Skin turgor

jrpg123456 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale: Isotretinoin (Accutane) is usually only prescribed to girls if the girl is taking an oral contraceptive, because the drug is highly teratogenic, and can cause serious damage to the fetus if the girl becomes pregnant.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4
Rationale: Assessment of the peripheral vascular system includes color, pulses, blood pressure, and capillary refill time, but does not normally include skin turgor, as this is a test for hydration.