A male patient receiving androgen therapy is concerned about side effects. What is the most serious adverse effect the nurse should monitor for during this therapy?

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A male patient receiving androgen therapy is concerned about side effects. What is the most serious adverse effect the nurse should monitor for during this therapy?

A. Increased risk of cardiovascular events B. Increased risk of bone fractures C. Increased risk of venous thromboembolism D. Increased risk of mood changes

Correct Answer: A

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

Question 2 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 3 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 4 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.

Question 5 of 5

A male patient receiving androgen therapy is concerned about the risk of prostate cancer. What should the nurse explain regarding this risk?

A. Finasteride has been shown to lower the risk of developing prostate cancer. B. Finasteride does not affect the risk of prostate cancer. C. Finasteride may increase the risk of developing prostate cancer, so regular screenings are recommended. D. Finasteride has no effect on the risk of prostate cancer, so regular screenings are unnecessary.

Correct Answer: A

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

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