The nurse is reinforcing teaching on chloroquine side effects for a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus. Which adverse effect should the nurse encourage the patient to report when taking this medication?
a. Tarry stools
b. Vision changes
c. Any weight gain
d. Changes in joint movement
ANS: B
The patient should have an ophthalmologic examination completed before starting this medication because vision changes can occur. A.C. D. These are not identified adverse effects for this medication.
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