A client with Acne Vulgaris asks the nurse for advice on preventing scarring. What should the nurse recommend?

Choice A rationale:

"You may experience redness and tenderness around the lesions as a side effect." Rationale: Topical treatments for acne, such as retinoids and benzoyl peroxide, can commonly cause side effects like redness and tenderness.

These side effects are often temporary and may be experienced as the skin adjusts to the treatment.

It's important for the nurse to inform the client about these potential side effects to ensure they are aware and prepared for them.

Choice B rationale:

"Topical treatments include antibiotics and hormonal therapy." Rationale: While topical treatments for acne can include antibiotics, hormonal therapy is typically administered orally, not topically.

Topical treatments primarily consist of retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and topical antibiotics.

Choice C rationale:

"Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are commonly used topical treatments." Rationale: Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are not considered topical treatments for acne vulgaris.

These are cosmetic procedures that primarily address skin texture and may not be suitable for all acne patients.

Choice D rationale:

"Maintaining a healthy diet is the primary topical treatment for acne." Rationale: Diet can influence acne, but it is not considered a topical treatment.

Proper diet and skincare routines can complement acne treatment but are not primary treatment modalities.

Topical treatments usually involve the application of medications directly to the skin.

Choice A rationale:

Itchy, scaly patches of skin are not commonly associated with Acne Vulgaris.

Instead, these symptoms may be indicative of other skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

Choice B rationale:

The formation of comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) is a hallmark symptom of Acne Vulgaris.

These comedones result from the clogging of hair follicles with a combination of sebum and dead skin cells.

Choice C rationale:

Skin redness and blistering are not typical symptoms of Acne Vulgaris.

These symptoms may suggest other skin conditions or reactions to topical products but are not characteristic of acne.

Choice D rationale:

Hair loss and thinning are not commonly associated with Acne Vulgaris.

Hair loss is more often related to conditions such as alopecia or hormonal imbalances, rather than acne.