ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology NRSG 106 Fletcher Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
During a follow-up visit, a patient who has been on estrogen therapy admits that she has continued to smoke cigarettes. The nurse will remind the patient that smoking while on estrogen may lead to increased:
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Correct Answer: C. Risk for thrombosis
Rationale: Estrogen increases the risk of blood clot formation. Smoking further increases this risk by causing endothelial damage and promoting clotting factors. This combination significantly raises the likelihood of developing thrombosis.
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A: Incidence of nausea - Not directly related to smoking while on estrogen therapy.
B: Levels of triglycerides - Smoking may affect triglyceride levels, but not specifically in combination with estrogen therapy.
D: Tendency to bleed during menstruation - Smoking does not typically impact bleeding tendencies in this context.
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