The nurse is caring for a client who had abnormal hair growth as a side effect of medical treatment.Which term will the nurse use when documenting this side effect?

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Hirsutism is the term used to describe abnormal hair growth, typically in women, as a result of medical treatment or hormonal imbalances. Alopecia refers to hair loss, while pediculosis and scabies refer to infestations of lice and mites, respectively.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Had Abnormal