A female client who is taking oral contraceptives is diagnosed with metrorrhagia. Which of the following describes this condition?
A) Absence or stoppage of menses
B) Bleeding between menstrual periods
C) Excessive bleeding during menstruation
D) Painful menstruation
B
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Metrorrhagia is bleeding between menstrual periods. It is abnormal and should be brought to a healthcare provider's attention. Metrorrhagia may indicate fibroid tumors and is frequently associated with the use of oral contraceptives; in this instance, it is referred to as breakthrough bleeding. Amenorrhea is the absence or abnormal stoppage of menses (menstruation). Menorrhagia is excessive bleeding in amount or duration during menstruation. Dysmenorrhea is painful menstruation
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