Which information should the nurse provide a client that has been prescribed tretinoin (Avita) for treatment of acne?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "It will take several weeks for you to see improvement in your skin."
B. "You should continue using your over-the-counter oil drying medication until you start to see effects from this prescription."
C. "Mild sun exposure will help this medication work more effectively."
D. "You will likely notice redness and scaling of your skin while using this medication."
E. "Continue to take the tetracycline previously prescribed for your cystic acne."
Answer:
A. "It will take several weeks for you to see improvement in your skin."
D. "You will likely notice redness and scaling of your skin while using this medication."
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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