Which information should the nurse discuss with the 16-year-old female client diagnosed with acne who is prescribed estrogen to treat her acne?

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Which information should the nurse discuss with the 16-year-old female client diagnosed with acne who is prescribed estrogen to treat her acne?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Estrogen for acne mimics birth control dosing: 3 weeks on, 1 week off. It's not primarily for contraception here, can be taken with/without food, and doesn't affect fluid color.

Question 2 of 5

In which of the following are keratoacanthomas more common?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Keratoacanthomas are more common in men.

Question 3 of 5

Osseocutaneous skin flap is also called a:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An osseocutaneous skin flap involving the tibia is called a tibial flap.

Question 4 of 5

When collecting data at the immunization clinic, which of the following disclosures by the client would cause the nurse to hold administration of the varicella vaccine?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Contraindications for the varicella vaccine include pregnancy, suppressed immunity, and a recent history of a blood transfusion. Recent hyperthermia and allergies to yeast or eggs do not indicate a potential difficulty with the administration of the varicella vaccine.

Question 5 of 5

When preparing a client for surgery, the nurse observes that the client has been crying. When the nurse asks the client to sign the surgery consent form, the client states 'I guess I should just go ahead and sign it, even though I'm not really sure about doing this.' The best response by the nurse would be:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The nurse has a responsibility to assess further what the client is upset/concerned about prior to surgery. If the nurse was present when the physician gave informed consent, he can reinforce any information. The client has a right to have all questions answered prior to signing a consent for surgery.

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