A 15-year-old male is very distressed about the skin problems on his face, neck, and back. He has whiteheads on his face and some blackheads. The nurse educates him about acne and designs a plan of care to use to treat and prevent skin eruptions. Which statement should the nurse include when teaching about skin care?

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Chocolate and diet have not been conclusively linked to acne, and oil-based lotions can actually worsen acne by clogging pores. Squeezing whiteheads can lead to scarring and infection. Keeping hair clean and off the face can help prevent oil and dirt from clogging pores, which is beneficial for acne management.

A 15-Year-Old Male Is Very Distressed About the Skin Problems