The FDA Discourages Use of Depo-Provera for More Than About

question 53

Multiple Choice

The FDA discourages use of Depo-Provera for more than about two years because

• A) long term use has been shown to increase risk of ovarian cancer.
• B) use greater than three years is associated with permanent reduced fertility.
• C) loss of bone density that occurs while using the contraceptive may not recover completely.
• D) long term use is associated with subsequent birth defects.
• E) health plans do not fund this contraceptive after two consecutive years of use.

---

Definitions:

Discrimination

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex, impacting societal equality and opportunities.

Price-Discriminating Monopolist

A monopolist that charges different prices to different consumers for the same product, based on their willingness to pay, to maximize profits.

Absolute Value

The value of a number excluding its sign, ensuring it is not negative.

Different Prices

Different prices refer to varying costs for goods or services, often based on factors such as location, demand, and quality.