A male patient is receiving androgen therapy for hypogonadism. What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for during this therapy?

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A male patient is receiving androgen therapy for hypogonadism. What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for during this therapy?

A. Increased risk of bone fractures B. Increased risk of cardiovascular events C. Increased risk of liver dysfunction D. Increased risk of prostate cancer

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A male patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed tamsulosin (Flomax). What is the primary therapeutic effect of this medication?

A. Relaxation of the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, leading to improved urinary flow. B. Reduction in prostate size and improvement in urinary symptoms. C. Increase in urine flow and relief of urinary obstruction. D. Improvement in erectile function.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A patient is starting on oral contraceptives. What important point should the nurse emphasize about taking the medication consistently?

A. Oral contraceptives must be taken at the same time each day to maintain consistent hormone levels and ensure effectiveness. B. Oral contraceptives should be taken in the morning to avoid side effects at night. C. Oral contraceptives should be taken with food to enhance absorption. D. Oral contraceptives can be skipped occasionally without significant consequences.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

A patient with endometriosis is prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate (Provera). What should the nurse include in the patient education?

A. Medroxyprogesterone should be taken at the same time each day to maintain consistent hormone levels. B. Medroxyprogesterone can be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset. C. Medroxyprogesterone should be discontinued if side effects occur. D. Medroxyprogesterone should be taken once a week to maintain effectiveness.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A patient is starting on alendronate (Fosamax) for osteoporosis. What specific instructions should the nurse provide to ensure proper administration?

A. Take the medication with a full glass of water and remain upright for at least 30 minutes. B. Take the medication with milk to enhance calcium absorption. C. Take the medication at bedtime to ensure absorption during sleep. D. Take the medication with food to prevent nausea.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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