37. A nurse is teaching a patient about drug adverse effects versus side effects. Which statement accurately differentiates the two?

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Accepted Answer

"Adverse effects are unintended, undesirable, and potentially harmful drug effects, while side effects are often expected and manageable."

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"Side effects are always harmful, while adverse effects are not."

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"Both terms refer to the same thing and can be used interchangeably."

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"Side effects require immediate discontinuation of the drug, unlike adverse effects."