During a physical examination, the nurse suspects an adolescent client may be using anabolic steroids after assessing:
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. below-normal height for age.
2. elevated blood pressure.
3. increased acne.
4. argumentative behavior.
5. hunger and increased thirst.
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Anabolic steroids can promote premature epiphyseal plate closure, thereby reducing adult height.
Rationale 2: Anabolic steroids cause salt and water retention, leading to hypertension.
Rationale 3: Anabolic steroids can cause acne.
Rationale 4: Behavioral changes caused by anabolic steroids include an increase in aggressive behavior.
Rationale 5: Anabolic steroids do not cause hunger and increased thirst in the adolescent.
Global Rationale: Anabolic steroids can promote premature epiphyseal plate closure, thereby reducing adult height. They also cause salt and water retention, leading to hypertension. Behavioral changes and increased acne are also resultant of anabolic steroid use. Anabolic steroids do not cause hunger and increased thirst in the adolescent.
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