The nurse is giving discharge instructions to a patient who just had Botox A injections around her eyes. What adverse effects would the nurse include in her discharge instructions? (Select all that apply.)

A) Respiratory infections
B) Flu-like syndrome
C) Droopy eyelids
D) Cough
E) Diarrhea


A, B, C
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Adverse effects associated with use of botulinum toxin type A for cosmetic purposes include headache, respiratory infections, flu-like syndrome, and droopy eyelids in severe cases. Adverse effects do not include cough or diarrhea.

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A client is being discharged home from an acute care facility following a total hip replacement. She will require follow up for health care, and also exercise. In addition to a home health nurse, what other service will this client require?

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