The nurse speaking to a group of junior high school students informs them that acne can be exacerbated by which drug(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Steroids
b. Phenytoin
c. Phenobarbital
d. Aspirin
e. Oral contraceptives
ANS: A, B, C
Long-term use of steroids, phenytoin, phenobarbital, lithium, and vitamin B12 can cause acne.
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