The nurse is preparing to administer somatropin (Humatrope). In the process of planning care, the nurse is aware that the client is likely to experience what minor adverse effects?
1. Headache and joint ache
2. Nausea and vomiting
3. Diarrhea and increased flatus
4. Nasal congestion and flushing
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Somatropin is a GH analog. Minor adverse effects associated with GH analogs include joint pain, headache, swelling of the hands and feet, increased blood pressure, and pain at the injection site.
Rationale 2: Nausea and vomiting are not minor adverse effects of Somatropin.
Rationale 3: Diarrhea and increased flatus are not adverse effects of Somatropin.
Rationale 4: Nasal congestion and flushing are not adverse effects of Somatropin.
Global Rationale: Somatropin is a GH analog. Minor side effects associated with GH analogs include joint pain, headache, swelling of the hands and feet, increased blood pressure, and pain at the injection site. Abdominal pain may occur, but diarrhea and increased flatus are not common effects. Nausea, vomiting, nasal congestion, and flushing are not common effects.
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