A 14-Year-Old Male Patient Diagnosed with Hypogonadism Will Begin Testosterone

A 14-year-old male patient diagnosed with hypogonadism will begin testosterone patch therapy. What information will the prescriber include when teaching the family about this therapy?

A) Annual x-rays of the hands and wrists are necessary to monitor epiphyseal closure.
B) Gynecomastia may occur and is a common side effect.
C) The patch is applied once daily to the back or abdomen.
D) Use of this drug may lead to prostate cancer later in life.