The Client with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (P C O S)

question 5

Multiple Choice

The client with polycystic ovarian syndrome (P C O S) 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.

• A) "Decrease your excessive hair growth."
• B) "Make it easier to lose weight."
• C) "Increase your acne."
• D) "Improve your chances of pregnancy."
• E) "Make your menstrual periods irregular."

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