CLT Patient Consultation & Assessment 2

Question 1

A patient discloses they are taking isotretinoin (Accutane). What is the appropriate course of action before laser hair removal?

Accepted Answer

Wait at least 6 months after the last dose before treating

Answer

Isotretinoin increases photosensitivity and impairs wound healing, so laser treatments should be postponed at least 6 months after discontinuation.

Question 2

During intake, a patient reports a history of keloid scarring. How does this affect laser treatment planning?

Accepted Answer

It represents an increased risk of abnormal scarring and requires informed consent and conservative settings

Answer

Patients with keloid history are at greater risk for hypertrophic scarring or keloid formation after any laser procedure, requiring conservative parameters and detailed informed consent.

Question 3

Which question is MOST important to ask when assessing a patient's candidacy for laser tattoo removal?

Accepted Answer

Whether the tattoo ink colors include greens and blues

Answer

Certain ink colors (especially greens, blues, and purples) are more resistant to standard Q-switched Nd:YAG lasers and significantly affect treatment planning and expected outcomes.

Question 4

A patient with Fitzpatrick Skin Type V presents for laser hair removal. Which additional consultation step is MOST critical?

Accepted Answer

Performing a patch test and assessing for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk

Answer

Darker skin types (IV–VI) carry a higher risk of dyspigmentation; a patch test and thorough discussion of PIH risk are essential before full treatment.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the medical history section of a laser consultation form?

Accepted Answer

To identify contraindications, risk factors, and medications that could affect treatment safety

Answer

Medical history identifies conditions, medications, and risk factors that may contraindicate treatment or require parameter adjustments for patient safety.

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CLT Patient Consultation & Assessment 2