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tichca

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A female client is prescribed norethindrone (Aygestin). The nurse understands that this drug is indicated for which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Treatment of amenorrhea
  B) Treatment of edema
  C) Treatment of endometriosis
  D) Pregnancy prevention
  E) Prevention of estrogen-dependent breast carcinoma

Question 2

A nurse suspects a client might be abusing anabolic steroids. Which of the following signs might a client exhibit that would indicate abuse of anabolic steroids? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Uncontrolled rage
  B) Jaundice
  C) Inability to concentrate
  D) Acne
  E) Severe depression


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, D
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Progestins, like norethindrone (Aygestin), are used to treat amenorrhea, endometriosis, and functional uterine bleeding and to prevent pregnancy.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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A client abusing anabolic steroids might exhibit the following signs: uncontrolled rage, severe depression, suicidal tendencies, malignant or benign liver tumors, aggressive behavior, inability to concentrate, personality changes, acne, jaundice, anorexia, male-pattern baldness, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and muscle cramps.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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