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Title: A nurse is teaching a patient about the possible adverse effects of oral contraceptives. The nurse ...
Post by: Ljsmalls on Jan 24, 2018
A nurse is teaching a patient about the possible adverse effects of oral contraceptives. The nurse evaluates that the patient understands this teaching if which statement is made?
 
  1. I may experience increased acne while on oral contraceptives.
  2. If I experience chest pain, I will call the clinic immediately.
  3. If I begin to lose more hair than is normal, my dose may need to be adjusted.
  4. Any blurry vision or loss of vision should be reported immediately.
  5. If I notice swelling in my feet, hands, or face, I will notify the clinic.


Title: A nurse is teaching a patient about the possible adverse effects of oral contraceptives. The nurse ...
Post by: Nalmartinez on Jan 24, 2018
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Oral contraceptive use may result in an increase in acne.
Rationale 2: Chest pain is a serious symptom and should be reported.
Rationale 3: Hirsutism, not hair loss, may occur as an adverse effect of oral contraceptive use.
Rationale 4: Blurry vision can be associated with glucose elevation, hypertension, or other adverse effects of oral contraceptive use.
Rationale 5: Edema is a common effect of oral contraceptive use.
Global Rationale: Oral contraceptive use may result in an increase in acne. Chest pain is a serious symptom and should be reported. Blurry vision can be associated with glucose elevation, hypertension, or other adverse effects of oral contraceptive use. Edema is a common effect of oral contraceptive use. Hirsutism, not hair loss, may occur as an adverse effect of oral contraceptive use.