Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 166

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The client with a testicular cancer is being treated with Etoposide (Etopophos). Which of the following side effect is specifically associated with this medication?

  

     A. Chest pain

     B. Edema

     C. Alopecia

     D. Orthostatic hypotension

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Orthostatic hypotension

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While on etoposide infusion, blood pressure is monitored throughout and it should be administered slowly over 30-60 minutes to avoid hypotension.

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Options A & B: These are not related to this medication.

Option C: Alopecia happens nearly with all the neoplastic medications.

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