FAC Pre & Post Treatment Care & Recovery 3

Question 1

A patient presents 2 days after hyaluronic acid filler with severe pain, blanching, and pallor at the injection site. What should be immediately suspected?

Accepted Answer

Vascular occlusion requiring emergency intervention

Answer

Normal post-procedure bruising resolving naturally

Answer

Allergic reaction to filler components

Answer

Delayed onset swelling from the procedure

Question 2

Which enzyme is used as the emergency reversal agent to dissolve hyaluronic acid filler in the event of vascular occlusion?

Accepted Answer

Hyaluronidase

Answer

Collagenase

Answer

Lipase

Answer

Elastase

Question 3

At what point after botulinum toxin injections is it appropriate to schedule a review appointment to assess results and determine if a touch-up is needed?

Accepted Answer

2 weeks post-treatment

Answer

3–4 days post-treatment

Answer

6 weeks post-treatment

Answer

3 months post-treatment

Question 4

A patient develops post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following a chemical peel. Which ingredient is commonly recommended to help treat this condition?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone or azelaic acid

Answer

High-concentration salicylic acid

Answer

High-strength glycolic acid peel

Answer

Vitamin K cream

Question 5

What is the most appropriate immediate first response when a patient shows signs of an anaphylactic reaction during a facial aesthetic treatment?

Accepted Answer

Call emergency services (911) and administer epinephrine if an auto-injector is available

Answer

Apply antihistamines topically to the affected area

Answer

Continue the treatment while closely monitoring the patient

Answer

Apply a cold compress and have the patient lie down to rest

Question 6

How long should before-and-after photos and treatment records be retained in a patient's file according to standard facial aesthetics practice guidelines?

Accepted Answer

7 years or as required by applicable state law

Answer

1 year after the last treatment

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3 years after the last treatment

Answer

Indefinitely for the life of the practice

Question 7

A patient is unhappy with uneven results 3 weeks after botulinum toxin injections. What is the most appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Perform a touch-up assessment and address asymmetry with a small additional dose if clinically appropriate

Answer

Refuse any additional treatment until the full 3-month cycle has elapsed

Answer

Administer the full initial dose again immediately regardless of current effect

Answer

Recommend the patient switch entirely to dermal fillers for future treatments