A male client with advanced inoperable prostate cancer has been considering estrogen. He asks the nurse about the side effects of estrogen therapy. Which potential side effects should the nurse include when educating this client?
a. Increased risk of thromboembolic disorders
b. Weight loss
c. Cancer of the uterus
d. Hypocalcemia
a. Increased risk of thromboembolic disorders
FEEDBACK:
a. There is an increased risk of thromboembolic disorders, hypertension, myocardial infarction, and stroke.
b. Weight gain, fluid retention, and edema are possible side effects. .
c. Uterine cancer pertains to a female client. .
d. The medication may cause severe hypercalcemia in clients with cancer when given in large doses. .
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