Ob And Pedeatrics Proctored Exam (hcp Bridge)
Tutor Mode
0m 00s
Ob And Pedeatrics Proctored Exam (hcp Bridge)
Tutor Mode
0m 00s
Question: 1 of 65OB and pedeatrics proctored exam (HCP bridge)
The nurse is caring for a premenopausal client scheduled for a bilateral oophorectomy. Which education will the nurse provide the client regarding this procedure?
Explanation
A. "An oophorectomy will prevent you from having breast cancer in the future.": While removing the ovaries reduces estrogen production and may slightly lower the risk of hormone-dependent cancers, it does not eliminate the possibility of developing breast cancer. B. "You will need to continue using a contraceptive if you do not desire pregnancy.": After bilateral oophorectomy, both ovaries are removed, halting ovulation permanently and making pregnancy impossible. Therefore, contraception is no longer necessary. C. "You will need to have your hormone level tested monthly for 6 months following surgery.": Routine monthly hormone testing is not required after oophorectomy. Hormonal changes are expected, and management is typically guided by symptoms rather than frequent laboratory monitoring. D. "This procedure will greatly reduce your estrogen and progesterone levels.": The ovaries are the primary source of estrogen and progesterone production. Their removal leads to a sudden decline in these hormones, resulting in surgical menopause and symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood changes.
Submit to Reveal Answer