A patient is given an intramuscular injection of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate. The nurse instructs the patient about common side effects, including
Explanation
• The most common side effects of medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera) are weight gain, decreased bone density, increased spotting, or amenorrhea.
• Weight
• Dizziness has been reported but is rare, not a common side effect. The nurse should teach the common side effects.