When caring for a patient recently diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome, it is most important for the nurse to teach the patient

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Obesity exacerbates the problems associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, such as insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. The nurse will also address the problems of acne and hirsutism, but these symptoms are lower priority because they do not have long-term health consequences. Although some patients do require total hysterectomy, this is usually performed only after other therapies have been unsuccessful.

When Caring for a Patient Recently Diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary