Question

Shana is receiving her first medroxyprogesterone (Depo Provera) injection. The Advanced Practice Nurse would monitor her for:

Answer 1

Always:
ALLERGIC REACTIONS!

such as rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing, etc.

Specific to the medicine:

Changes in menstrual bleeding
such as irregular bleeding, spotting, or absence of periods.

Maybe bone density loss if they smoke?

Answer 2

The Advanced Practice Nurse would monitor Shana for any adverse reactions or side effects from the medroxyprogesterone injection (Depo Provera). Some of the common side effects include headache, dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, and irregular bleeding. The nurse would also monitor Shana for any signs of an allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing, hives, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Additionally, the nurse would monitor Shana's blood pressure, as the injection may cause an increase in blood pressure in some individuals.