Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) ( 14 Questions)
The client expresses concerns about this treatment.
Which statement by the nurse provides accurate information and reassurance?
This statement is the correct choice because it provides accurate information and reassurance to the client. Oral contraceptives are commonly prescribed for clients with PCOS to regulate their menstrual cycles by balancing hormone levels, including reducing excessive androgen production, which can lead to symptoms like hirsutism (excessive hair growth). By addressing the client's concerns and explaining the potential benefits of oral contraceptives, the nurse promotes understanding and compliance with the treatment plan.
This statement is incorrect because it oversimplifies the management of PCOS. While oral contraceptives can be a valuable part of PCOS management, they are not a one-size-fits-all solution, and lifestyle modifications may also be necessary.
This statement is inaccurate and potentially harmful. PCOS can indeed affect fertility, and discontinuing medications without proper guidance can have adverse consequences for a client's health and fertility. It is essential to provide accurate information to the client.
This statement is incorrect because anti-androgen medications alone are not necessarily a better choice than oral contraceptives for PCOS management. The choice of treatment depends on the individual's symptoms and goals, and a healthcare provider should make this determination based on a thorough assessment.
Choice A rationale:
This statement is the correct choice because it provides accurate information and reassurance to the client.
Oral contraceptives are commonly prescribed for clients with PCOS to regulate their menstrual cycles by balancing hormone levels, including reducing excessive androgen production, which can lead to symptoms like hirsutism (excessive hair growth).
By addressing the client's concerns and explaining the potential benefits of oral contraceptives, the nurse promotes understanding and compliance with the treatment plan.
Choice B rationale:
This statement is incorrect because it oversimplifies the management of PCOS.
While oral contraceptives can be a valuable part of PCOS management, they are not a one-size-fits-all solution, and lifestyle modifications may also be necessary.
Choice C rationale:
This statement is inaccurate and potentially harmful.
PCOS can indeed affect fertility, and discontinuing medications without proper guidance can have adverse consequences for a client's health and fertility.
It is essential to provide accurate information to the client.
Choice D rationale:
This statement is incorrect because anti-androgen medications alone are not necessarily a better choice than oral contraceptives for PCOS management.
The choice of treatment depends on the individual's symptoms and goals, and a healthcare provider should make this determination based on a thorough assessment.