NSG 6320 AGNP Board Exam – Women’s Health Prescription Exam.

NSG 6320 AGNP Board Exam – Women’s Health Prescription Exam.1. Question: Which of the following is NOT a common side effect associated with the use of etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol (NuvaRing), a contraceptive vaginal ring? Vaginitis Breast tenderness Increased appetite Severe headache Correct Explanation: A common side effect NOT associated with the use of etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol (NuvaRing) is severe headache. The systemic side effects of NuvaRing are the same as with oral contraceptives. Vaginitis and local skin irritation may occur with the use of the intravaginal ring. Danger signs of contraceptives can be remembered using the acronym ACHES: A-Severe abdominal pain (may be indicative of hepatic tumors); CSevere chest pain or shortness of breath; H-Severe headaches; E-eye problems (blurred vision, flashing lights, or blindness); S-Severe leg pain. 2. Question: A common side effect associated with the use of progestin-only contraceptives is: depression. amenorrhea. Correct hypertension. edema. Explanation: Common side effects of progestin-only contraceptives are menstrual cycle changes (e.g., spotting, breakthrough bleeding, prolonged cycles and eventually, amenorrhea). Other side effects are breast tenderness, headaches, and mood changes.