A nurse is obtaining a history and reviewing the chart of an adult male patient who has been taking oral androgens. Which assessment would warrant notifying the provider?
A) Acne and increased facial hair
B) Breast enlargement
C) Increased libido
D) Nausea, anorexia, and fatigue

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Nausea, anorexia, and fatigue can indicate hepatotoxicity and should be reported to the provider. Virilization effects, gynecomastia, and an increase in libido are common, expected effects.

A Nurse Is Obtaining a History and Reviewing the Chart