Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 624 of 2368
A client takes a combined hormonal contraceptive and smokes cigarettes. For which adverse effect is this client at greater risk?
- Hypoglycemia
- Agranulocytosis
- Hypercalcemia
- Thromboembolic events
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Correct answer: Thromboembolic events
Combined hormonal contraceptives can cause thromboembolic events, especially in clients who smoke.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Endocrine System: Combined Hormonal Contraceptives. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026