Author Question: Which of the following statements concerning the management of endometriosis is not accurate? 1. ... (Read 70 times)

bobypop · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which of the following statements concerning the management of endometriosis is not accurate?

1. Bone loss from hypoestrogenism is not reversible.
2. Side effects from the steroid danazol include masculinizing traits.
3. Surgical intervention is often needed for severe or acute symptoms.
4. Women without pain and who do not want to become pregnant need no treat-ment.

Question 2

A 16-year-old girl is seen in an emergency room following a rape. The management of a rape victim should be directed primarily toward

A) relieving physical discomfort and pain.
B) decreasing guilt and increasing self-esteem.
C) assessing for sources of infection resulting from the rape.
D) teaching the child how to prevent further attacks.

macagnavarro · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1. Correct. Bone loss is mostly reversible within 12 to 18 months after the medication is stopped.
2. Incorrect. Such masculinizing traits as hirsutism, deepening voice, and weight gain occur with danazol but are reversible.
3. Incorrect. Surgical intervention is often needed when there are incapacitating symptoms. The type of surgery is influenced by the woman's age and desire to have children.
4. Incorrect. Treatment is not needed for women without pain or the desire to have children.

Answer to Question 2

B