The patient has been diagnosed with endometriosis. She asks the nurse if there are any long-term health risks associated with this condition. The nurse should include which statement in the patient teaching about endometriosis?
1. "There are no other health risks associated with endometriosis."
2. "Pain with intercourse rarely occurs as a long-term problem."
3. "You are at increased risk for ovarian and breast cancer."
4. "Most women with this condition develop fibromyalgia."
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: There are long-term health risks associated with endometriosis, including increased risk for cancer of the ovary and breast, melanoma, non-Hodgkins lymphoma, and an increased incidence of fibromyalgia.
Rationale 2: Dyspareunia is a common symptom of endometriosis.
Rationale 3: An increased risk for cancer of the ovary and breast is associated with endometriosis.
Rationale 4: There is a risk of increased incidence of fibromyalgia.
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