A Client with Multiple Sclerosis Is Being Treated with Fingolimod

question 2

Multiple Choice

A client with multiple sclerosis is being treated with fingolimod (Gilenya) .Which clinical manifestation alerts the nurse to an adverse effect of this medication?

• A) Periorbital edema
• B) Black tarry stools
• C) Bradycardia
• D) Vomiting after meals

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