Oral Birth Control Pills – Serious Complications Nursing Mnemonic (Aches)

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Outline ACHES

• A-Abdominal Pain
• C-Chest Pain
• H-Headache
• E-Eye Problems
• S-Severe Leg Pain

Description

Because oral contraceptives can cause clots, we should monitor for the following serious complications in patients taking oral contraceptives: abdominal pain, chest pain, headache, eye problems, swelling or aching in the legs or thighs.