A patient is taking the androgen methyltestosterone (Android). Which central nervous system (CNS) adverse effect may the patient experience?
a. Fatigue
b. Confusion
c. Somnolence
d. Depression
ANS: D
The CNS effects of androgens include headache, anxiety, depression, sleeplessness, and excite-ment.
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ANS:
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