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What is the main indication for the oral use of Finasteride?
What is the main indication for the oral use of Finasteride?
- Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) (correct)
- Increased ejaculate volume
- Decreased libido
- Breast cancer prevention
How does Finasteride work in the body?
How does Finasteride work in the body?
- Blocks testosterone production (correct)
- Increases testosterone levels
- Stimulates the growth of breast tissue
- Promotes prostate inflammation
What adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of Finasteride?
What adverse effect is commonly associated with the use of Finasteride?
- Gynecomastia (male breast development) (correct)
- Increased libido
- Male pattern baldness
- Decreased prostate size
What is a contraindication for using Finasteride?
What is a contraindication for using Finasteride?
What nursing intervention is recommended when administering Finasteride?
What nursing intervention is recommended when administering Finasteride?
Which adverse reaction is associated with the use of Finasteride?
Which adverse reaction is associated with the use of Finasteride?
What is the main therapeutic effect of Finasteride expected within 6-12 months?
What is the main therapeutic effect of Finasteride expected within 6-12 months?
What should a nurse educate a patient about regarding Finasteride and ejaculation?
What should a nurse educate a patient about regarding Finasteride and ejaculation?
What is a contraindication for the use of Finasteride?
What is a contraindication for the use of Finasteride?
What is the action of Finasteride in the body?
What is the action of Finasteride in the body?
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Finasteride - Main Use
Finasteride - Main Use
Finasteride is primarily used to treat Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), a condition where the prostate gland becomes enlarged.
Finasteride - Action in Body
Finasteride - Action in Body
Finasteride works by blocking the production of testosterone, which helps shrink the prostate gland.
Finasteride - Common Side Effect
Finasteride - Common Side Effect
A common side effect of Finasteride is Gynecomastia, which is the development of breasts in men.
Finasteride - Contraindication
Finasteride - Contraindication
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Finasteride - Nursing Intervention
Finasteride - Nursing Intervention
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Finasteride - Long-Term Effect
Finasteride - Long-Term Effect
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Finasteride - Ejaculation Effect
Finasteride - Ejaculation Effect
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Finasteride - Contraindication (Liver)
Finasteride - Contraindication (Liver)
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Finasteride - Action (Prostate Size)
Finasteride - Action (Prostate Size)
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Finasteride - Adverse Reaction
Finasteride - Adverse Reaction
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