Question

The nurse is discussing acne vulgaris with a group of adolescents. The teenagers make the following statements regarding the topic. Which statement is the most accurate regarding acne vulgaris?
a) "Sometimes I get acne when I use my sister's makeup."
b) "There is a new immunization that you can get to keep from having acne."
c) "My mom says I have acne because I eat too much chocolate."
d) "My next door neighbor told me that acne was caused by a fungus."

Answer 1

Answer:

a) Sometimes I get acne when I use my sister's makeup.

Explanation:

Acne vulgaris is a skin disease involving the sebaceous glands found at the root of hair follicles. It commonly occurs during the pubertal phase of growth when the oil glands are active. Acne vulgaris is characterized by pimples, blackheads, cysts, and spots which are mostly found on the face, back, neck, chest and shoulders.

Acne occurs when sebaceous glands are blocked and infected by a bacteria called propionibacterium acnes.

Risk factors and causes of acne vulgaris include; genetic factors, hot climate, oily and greasy makeups, menstruations and hormonal changes.

It can be treated by using over-the-counter medications such as benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, salicylic acid, azelaic acid, antibiotics and also soaps and gels etc.

Answer 2

Answer:

A. Sometimes I get acne when I use my sister's make-up

Explanation:

Acne is as a result of blockage of the pilosebaceous units (hair follicles and their accompanying sebaceous gland).

The make up blocks the pores and allows build up of dead cells which eventually breaks out as acne.