The physician orders tretinoin (Retin-
A) for the treatment of acne. Which of the following instructions should be provided?
A) "You will see positive results in 1 week"
B) "Apply the medication two to three times a day."
C) "Apply the topical medication one time per day."
D) "Apply the medication for 1 hour and remove it."
C
Feedback:
Tretinoin is applied one time per day. Positive results from the medication will be noted in 12 weeks, not 1 week. The medication should not be applied two to three times per day. The medication should not be applied for 1 hour and then removed.
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