While discussing treatment options with a parent of a newly diagnosed monosomy X (Turner syndrome) child, the nurse practitioner should state which of the following?
A) There is no treatment or cure.
B) Symptoms of the condition are treated with estrogen.
C) Symptoms of the condition are treated with testosterone.
D) Institutionalization is the preferred method of managing care.

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Turner syndrome is often treated with estrogen therapy to help develop secondary sexual characteristics and manage symptoms related to estrogen deficiency.

While Discussing Treatment Options with a Parent of a Newly