A woman has been taking progesterone via intramuscular injection. She calls the clinic to complain of swollen ankles. What response by the nurse is best?
A.
Advise her to come to the clinic for an EKG.
B.
Assess how much sodium is in her daily diet.
C.
Have her go to the nearest emergency department.
D.
Reassure her that this is a common side effect.
ANS: D
Common side effects of progesterone include nausea, weight gain, and fluid retention. The nurse should reassure the patient. There is no need for the patient to have an EKG or go to the emergency department. Assessing sodium intake may be helpful, but first the nurse should reassure the woman.
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