The nurse is caring for a male pedophile who is undergoing treatment for his condition. Why might the nurse anticipate an order for medroxyprogesterone (Provera or Depo Provera)?
1. It is used as a temporary chemical castration.
2. It is used to increase the hormone testosterone.
3. It is used to increase luteinizing hormone.
4. It is used as a permanent chemical castration.
Answer: 1
Explanation: Medroxyprogesterone (Provera or Depo-Provera) is used as a temporary chemical castration in male patients diagnosed with pedophilia because it decreases the level of testosterone, thereby lowering the patient's sex drive. This treatment is usually used in combination with cognitive-behavioral therapy. Medroxyprogesterone does not increase luteinizing hormone.
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