The client with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has been prescribed metformin (Glucophage)
The nurse tells the client that the medication will do which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "Decrease your excessive hair growth."
2. "Make it easier to lose weight."
3. "Increase your acne."
4. "Improve your chances of pregnancy."
5. "Make your menstrual periods irregular."
1, 2, 4
Explanation: 1. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin decreases hirsutism.
2. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin improves weight loss success.
4. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin increases ovulation and therefore menstrual regularity and fertility.
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