A client recently started on steroids has been reading about the medication and asks the nurse: "The book says I could have hirsutism as a side effect. How will I know if this happens?" The nurse explains:
A)
"You will notice a pinpoint red rash on your chest."
B)
"Your hair will start to come out in clumps."
C)
"You will notice excess facial and body hair."
D)
"Your breasts will become enlarged and swollen."
C
Explanation:
A)
Hirsutism is a growth of fine downy body hair, usually seen on the face and chest. Option A describes a rash. Option B describes the start of alopecia. Option D describes gynecomastia.
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B)
Hirsutism is a growth of fine downy body hair, usually seen on the face and chest. Option A describes a rash. Option B describes the start of alopecia. Option D describes gynecomastia.
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C)
Hirsutism is a growth of fine downy body hair, usually seen on the face and chest. Option A describes a rash. Option B describes the start of alopecia. Option D describes gynecomastia.
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D)
Hirsutism is a growth of fine downy body hair, usually seen on the face and chest. Option A describes a rash. Option B describes the start of alopecia. Option D describes gynecomastia.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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