A 45-year-old woman tells the nurse she is distressed by the presence of dark, coarse hair on her face that has recently developed, and the nurse's response is based upon knowledge that:
a. This is simple vellus hair, and it will decrease in amount over time.
b. Women of some cultural groups normally have dark hair on the face.
c. Female hair distribution should normally be limited to arms, legs, and pubis.
d. Coarse dark hair could indicate menopause or an endocrine disorder.
ANS: D
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