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Average Score: 74%
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The HCP prescribed mifepristone for the 35-year-old female to treat a leiomyoma. Before the client begins the medication, which information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A. Mifepristone does not cause changes in BP. B. Mifepristone does not cause changes in liver enzymes. C. The pregnancy test results should be known because mifepristone is also used in conjunction with other medications for termination of early intrauterine pregnancy. D. Although weight can influence the dose, this information is not the most important. Mifepristone does not cause changes in weight.