A patient is placed on diethylstilbestrol (DES) for prostate cancer. What should the nurse explain as a possible side effect of the medication?
a. Gynecomastia
b. Pruritus
c. Constipation
d. Tinnitus
A
Gynecomastia is a side effect of DES.
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