Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 421 of 1700
Which finding should you report to the nurse as a possible side effect of a medicine?
- Increased bruising and bleeding gums
- A resident asks for a second cup of tea
- A resident enjoys a morning walk
- A resident wants the window open
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Correct answer: Increased bruising and bleeding gums
Bleeding gums and more bruising are listed as side effects to report.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.5: Effects of Prescribed Routine Medications
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026