A woman in an out-patient clinic is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa) 10 mg QHS. At her 3-month…
A woman in an out-patient clinic is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa) 10 mg QHS. At her 3-month follow-up, the client states, “I knew it was a possible side effect, but I can’t believe I am not getting my period anymore.” Which is a priority teaching need? 1. “Sometimes amenorrhea is a temporary side effect of medications and should resolve itself.” 2. “I am sure this was very scary for you. How long have you been without your period?” 3. “Although your periods have stopped, there is still a potential for you to become pregnant.” 4. “Maybe the amenorrhea is not due to your medication. Have your periods been regular in the past?”

