What should the nurse teach the client about depot medroxyprogesterone acetate as a method of contraception?

The nurse should warn the patient about possible side effects of the medication, as well as read the notice before administration.

She should inform the patient not to administer in case of increased blood pressure, thromboembolic abnormality, change in liver tests, change in blood glucose, occurrence of obesity, risk of osteoporosis, and the appearance of breast cancer.