ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is administering an estrogen blocker to a client diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Which of the following side effects will the nurse caution the client regarding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Thromboembolic events. Estrogen blockers can increase the risk of blood clot formation leading to thromboembolic events such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. The nurse should caution the client about signs and symptoms of these events like leg swelling, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
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Choices: A: Tendon rupture is not a common side effect of estrogen blockers. B: Estrogen blockers do not increase the risk of lymphomas. D: Photosensitivity is not associated with estrogen blockers.
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