ACHES is a mnemonic to help patient remember problems that could be serious side effect from oral contraceptive pills (OCPs). What does the A in this mnemonic stand for?

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Conditions that require immediate medical attention can be remembered with the mnemonic ACHES: abdominal pain (new and severe), chest pain (new and severe), headaches (new or more frequent), eye problems (blurred or vision loss), and severe leg pain. These symptoms may indicate the formation of a blood clot in the abdomen, chest, or leg, or they may be signs of a stroke; blood clot formation and strokes are the most serious complications of OCP use.

ACHES Is a Mnemonic to Help Patient Remember Problems That