A patient has been advised to use an over-the-counter acne product that contains benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. The nurse prioritizes which information in patient teaching?
1. "Test this product on a small area of skin for 3 days before applying to your face."
2. "Many people find this medication makes their acne worse."
3. "Some serious allergic reactions have occurred when using this medication."
4. "Gently wash your face before applying this product."
5. "Do not take aspirin while using this product."
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Rationale 1: It is recommended that this product be "patch-tested" on a small area of skin for 3 days to determine if the patient is allergic to its ingredients.
Rationale 2: Worsening of the acne is not the priority information.
Rationale 3: Rare, but potentially life-threatening, allergic reactions have occurred with use of this medication.
Rationale 4: Most products require gentle face-washing prior to application, but this is not the priority information.
Rationale 5: There is no reason to avoid aspirin when taking this medication.
Global Rationale: It is recommended that this product be "patch-tested" on a small area of skin for 3 days to determine if the patient is allergic to its ingredients. Rare, but potentially life-threatening, allergic reactions have occurred with use of this medication. Worsening of the acne is not the priority information. Most products require gentle face-washing prior to application, but this is not the priority information. There is no reason to avoid aspirin when taking this medication.
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