The nurse assesses a client with osteoporosis beginning drug therapy with calcitonin (Miacalcin)for which of the following adverse effects of nasal therapy?

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Epistaxis (nosebleed) is a potential adverse effect of nasal calcitonin therapy. Flushing and tingling sensations of the ears may occur with calcitonin injection therapy, but not with nasal therapy. Nausea and vomiting is also not a common adverse effect of nasal calcitonin therapy.

The Nurse Assesses a Client with Osteoporosis Beginning Drug Therapy