A Client Is Diagnosed with Acne

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with acne. The client expresses concern to the nurse that he has not yet been placed on medication. The nurse explains to the client that the initial nonpharmacologic approach for treating acne vulgaris includes:

• A) application of large doses of vitamin A.
• B) application of large doses of vitamin C.
• C) cleansing of the skin gently several times a day.
• D) vigorously scrubbing skin in the morning and at bedtime.

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Definitions:

Tetanus

A bacterial infection characterized by muscle spasms, commonly caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria.

Sweating

The process of excreting fluid from the body's sweat glands, which is a crucial mechanism for temperature regulation and removal of toxins.

Intercalated Discs

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Cardiac Muscle

Specialized, striated muscle tissue found only in the heart, responsible for contracting and pumping blood throughout the body.