A Patient Has Been Prescribed Flutamide (Eulexin)for the Treatment of Prostate

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient has been prescribed flutamide (Eulexin) for the treatment of prostate cancer.The nurse reminds the patient that a side effect might be:

• A) Incontinence
• B) Insomnia
• C) Weight loss
• D) Hot flashes

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Definitions:

Rheumatic Fever

An inflammatory disease that can develop as a complication of inadequately treated strep throat or scarlet fever, affecting the heart, joints, skin, and brain.

Thick Fluid

A liquid that has a high viscosity and does not flow easily.

Lungs

Organs found in the respiratory system primarily responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and blood.

Otitis Media

Inflammation of the middle ear.