A female patient who is concerned about excessive hair on her arms and legs states that other female family members have the same problem. How should the nurse respond?
A. "Your hair growth patterns may be inherited."
B. "Maybe you shave too much, which causes more hair growth."
C. "The excessive hair growth could be a result of your diet."
D. "Your excessive hair growth could be caused by too much sun."
Answer: A
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