The Nurse Is Assessing a 42-Year-Old Patient Who Presents to the Gynecology

The nurse is assessing a 42-year-old patient who presents to the gynecology office with complaints of pelvic pressure, backaches, menorrhagia, and urinary frequency. The health care provider has diagnosed the patient with leiomyoma of the uterus. What are the treatment options for this condition? Select all that apply.

A) Routine pelvic examinations to assess rate of disease process
B) Oral contraceptives to control the bleeding and pain
C) Myomectomy for women who desire pregnancy
D) Hysterectomy for women who do not desire pregnancy
E) Antibiotic therapy with NSAIDS for symptom management