NURSING NR 508 QUIZ 2 2020

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Orthostatic hypotension • Menstrual irregularities • Acne Monitoring for a patient who is using androgens includes evaluation of: • Complete blood count and C-reactive protein levels ... • Lipid levels and liver function tests • Serum potassium and magnesium levels • Urine protein and potassium levels Male patients require before and during androgen therapy. • A digital prostate exam • A Doppler exam of testicular blood flow • Urine analysis for proteinuria • Serial orthostatic blood pressures Absolute contraindications to estrogen therapy include: • History of any type of cancer • Clotting disorders • History of tension headaches • Orthostatic hypotension Postmenopausal women with an intact uterus should not be prescribed: • Estrogen/progesterone combination • IM medroxyprogesterone (Depo Provera) • Estrogen alone • Androgens Women who have migraines with an aura should not be prescribed estrogen because of: [Show More]

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