A young adult began acne treatment several weeks ago using a combination ointment and has presented for a follow-up appointment at the clinic. When assessing the patient for adverse effects of treatment, what question should the nurse prioritize?
A) "Have you found that the ointment makes your skin a lighter color?"
B) "Do you find that the ointment makes your pimples bleed more easily?"
C) "Do your eyes burn when you apply the ointment to your face?"
D) "Is the skin on your face uncomfortably dry since you began using the ointment?"
D
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Adverse effects of topical antibiotics include erythema, peeling, dryness, and burning as well as development of resistant strains of P. acnes. Such ointments are not expected to produce eye irritation, bleeding, or changes in skin tone.
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