During an assessment, the nurse realizes a client is experiencing adverse effects of finasteride (Proscar). What did the nurse assess in this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Gynecomastia
2. Body rash
3. Transient dizziness
4. Blue-tinged vision
5. Weight loss
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Finasteride (Proscar) can cause gynecomastia.
Rationale 2: Finasteride (Proscar) can cause a rash.
Rationale 3: Finasteride (Proscar) can cause dizziness.
Rationale 4: Finasteride (Proscar) does not cause blue-tinged vision.
Rationale 5: Finasteride (Proscar) does not cause weight loss.
Global Rationale: Finasteride (Proscar) can cause gynecomastia, rash, and dizziness. It does not result in blue-tinged vision or weight loss.
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