The Medroxyprogesterone (Depo-Provera) Injection Has a Black Box Warning Due

question 13

Multiple Choice

The medroxyprogesterone (Depo-Provera) injection has a black box warning due to:

• A)The potential development of significant hypertension
• B)Increased risk of strokes
• C)Decreased bone density
• D)The risk of a life-threatening rash such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome

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Definitions:

Antecubital Fossa

An anatomical term for the triangular area located on the anterior aspect of the elbow, where veins are commonly accessed for blood draw.

Median Cubital Vein

A superficial vein located in the cubital fossa that is often used for venipuncture or to place an intravenous catheter.

Cephalic Vein

A superficial vein running along the lateral aspect of the arm from the hand to the shoulder, commonly used for venipuncture.

Fasting Blood Glucose

The level of glucose (sugar) in the blood after an individual has not eaten for at least 8 hours, used to test for diabetes and pre-diabetes.