A 65-year-old client is being treated for benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). The client has been started on Proscar, an antiandrogen medication. What potential side effects of this medication can the nurse review with the client?
a. Impotence, decreased libido, and decreased ejaculate
b. Incontinence and pain
c. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
d. Palpitations, dizziness, and nasal congestion
a. Impotence, decreased libido, and decreased ejaculate
FEEDBACK:
a. Impotence, decreased libido, and decreased ejaculate are side effects of Proscar.
b. These are not potential side effects of Proscar. .
c. These are not potential side effects of Proscar. .
d. These are not potential side effects of Proscar. .
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