A client is receiving estrogen therapy. When teaching the client about this therapy, the nurse would inform the client about which of the following as a possible adverse reaction? Select all that apply
A) Migraines
B) Breakthrough bleeding
C) Changes in libido
D) Weight gain
E) Breast tenderness
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Adverse reactions associated with estrogens include headache, including migraines; breakthrough bleeding, spotting, or changes in menstrual flow; changes in libido; weight gain or loss; and breast pain, enlargement, and tenderness.
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