A female client has come to the gynecologist requesting oral contraceptives (estrogen combined with progestin). Which common side effect should the nurse educate the client about oral contraceptives?
a. Weight gain
b. Gingival hyperplasia
c. Hypotension
d. Vaginal dryness
a. Weight gain
FEEDBACK:
a. Weight gain is a common side effect when initiating oral contraceptives.
b. Gingival hyperplasia is not a known side effect of oral contraceptives. .
c. Hypertension can be a possible side effect of oral contraceptives, but hypotension is not likely. .
d. Vaginal dryness is not a known side effect of oral contraceptives. .
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