Conjugated estrogen (Premarin) is indicated for treatment of menopause. Prior to administering the medication to a woman who has just had a hysterectomy, the nurse should explain the side effects, which are:

1. breakthrough bleeding.
2. hypotension.
3. arthralgia.
4. skin rash.


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A side effect of conjugated estrogen (Premarin) is breakthrough bleeding.

PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF: 1042, Drug Therapy table OBJ: 6
TOP: Drugs Used to Treat Menopause KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment
MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity

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