A female client is to be started on Accutane, a vitamin A product for the treatment of acne. What test should be performed and documented on the client's record?
a. Pregnancy test
b. A complete blood count
c. Liver function test
d. Renal function test
a. Pregnancy test
FEEDBACK:
a. A pregnancy test should be done because this product causes fetal abnormalities and is contraindicated in pregnancy. The client should be advised not to get pregnant while taking this medication.
b. This is not the test that should be performed. .
c. This is not the test that should be performed. .
d. This is not the test that should be performed. .
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