A client with a history of endometriosis and heavy menses has been started on oral contraceptives for symptom relief. The nurse is providing the client information about the serious side effects of this medication. Which side effect would be considered the MOST serious?
a. Loss of vision
b. Weight gain or weight loss
c. Facial discoloration
d. Increased breast size
a. Loss of vision
FEEDBACK:
a. Loss of vision is the most serious side effect listed of all the choices.
b. Although weight gain or weight loss is a potential side effect, it is not the most serious side effect listed of all the choices. .
c. Although facial discoloration is a potential side effect, it is not the most serious side effect listed of all the choices. .
d. Although increased breast size is a potential side effect, it is not the most serious side effect listed of all the choices. .
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