When assessing the patient for amenorrhea, the nurse should be aware that this may be caused by all conditions except:
a. Anatomic abnormalities.
b. Type 1 diabetes mellitus.
c. Lack of exercise.
d. Hysterectomy.
C
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A Anatomic abnormalities are a possible cause of amenorrhea.
B Type 1 diabetes is a possible cause of amenorrhea.
C Lack of exercise is not a cause of amenorrhea. Strenuous exercise may cause amenorrhea.
D Hysterectomy is a possible cause of amenorrhea.
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