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CQXA

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A patient has been given a transdermal gel formulation of testosterone (AndroGel) for daily use. Which of the following patient teaching points, if implemented, would indicate that the patient has a correct understanding of the drug?
 
  a. The application site should not be covered to avoid transfer to clothing.
  b. The patient should shower immediately after application to rinse off residue.
  c. The gel should be applied to a clean dry area of the shoulder.
  d. Smoking should be avoided during use of the gel.

Question 2

A female patient with breast cancer is receiving palliative androgen therapy. Which adverse ef-fect should the health care provider monitor for?
 
  a. Hypermagnesemia
  b. Hypercalcemia
  c. Hypernatremia
  d. Hyperkalemia


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
AndroGel and Testim, the transdermal gel formulations of testosterone, are applied to clean, dry, intact skin of the shoulder, the upper arms, or the buttocks. Do not apply AndroGel to the scro-tum, or Testim to the abdomen.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
In females with breast cancer receiving androgen therapy, frequently check urine and serum cal-cium levels, because androgens may induce hypercalcemia.


CQXA

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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