A patient is being treated for infertility. An examination reveals cervical mucus that is scant, thick, and sticky. The nurse suspects that the patient has been taking which medication?

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Because clomiphene has antiestrogenic actions, it can force the production of scant and viscous cervical mucus, which interferes with conception. Estrogen is given to create a favorable cervical mucous environment that is more hospitable to sperm. FSH and progesterone do not alter cervical mucus in this way.

A Patient Is Being Treated for Infertility