A client has developed a swelling in the throat as a result of the medication's side effect. The client is having problems swallowing fluids and has developed dehydration. How should the nurse state the etiology of the problem when creating a diagnostic statement?

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The etiology of the problem, in this case, is directly related to the side effect of the medication therapy, which has caused the swelling in the throat, leading to difficulty swallowing and subsequent dehydration.

A Client Has Developed a Swelling in the Throat as a Result