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Title: An adolescent male patient is beginning androgen therapy for delayed puberty. His parents ask the ...
Post by: Siisi on Jan 24, 2018
An adolescent male patient is beginning androgen therapy for delayed puberty. His parents ask the nurse when this treatment may be stopped. The nurse will offer which response?
 
  a. After 3 to 4 years of therapy
  b. If acne and facial hair develop
  c. When complete sexual maturation has occurred
  d. When testicular enlargement occurs


Title: An adolescent male patient is beginning androgen therapy for delayed puberty. His parents ask the ...
Post by: 461179327 on Jan 24, 2018
ANS: D
Testosterone therapy is used to treat delayed maturity, but only for a limited course. Testicular enlargement is the first change associated with puberty and is a sign that puberty has begun. Males with hypogonadism need treatment for 3 to 4 years. Acne and facial hair are common side effects. Attaining complete sexual maturation is not necessary.