A client will be having a second-trimester abortion using misoprostol (Cytotec) and methotrexate. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the side effects to be expected with these medications?
1. "I might experience chest pain with these medications."
2. "I know that these medications will most likely cause bleeding when I urinate."
3. "These medications will cause tingling and weakness in my legs."
4. "I will probably run a fever for a few hours after I take these medications."
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: These medications do not cause chest pain.
Rationale 2: These medications are not known to cause urinary bleeding.
Rationale 3: These medications are not known to cause paresthesia or weakness in the extremities.
Rationale 4: Drug-induced fever occurs in the majority of clients and can last up to 6 hours.
Global Rationale: Drug-induced fever occurs in the majority of clients and can last up to 6 hours. These medications are not known to cause chest pain, urinary bleeding, or paresthesia and weakness in the extremities.
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