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The mother of a 16-year-old female child voices concern to the nurse. The parent reports that the teen began menstruating at age 14 but has stopped for at least five months. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate for the nurse to make to this mother?
1. “That’s normal for a 16-year-old. That happened to me when I was 16.”
2. “Have you thought about a pregnancy?”
3. “It’s probably psychological.”
4. “Have you noticed any other changes in diet, activity, or weight loss?”
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4 -- Secondary amenorrhea, which is absence of menses for at least six months in a previously menstruating female, may also be caused by anorexia nervosa, excessive athletic activity or training, or a large weight loss. Other causes include hormonal imbalances and ovarian tumors. The condition being reported by the parent is not normal. It is inappropriate for the nurse to include potential diagnoses such as pregnancy and psychological concerns in the conversation. These conditions are not necessarily indicated.
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