A 12-year-old male patient diagnosed with hypogonadism will begin testosterone injections. What will the nurse 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 warrants discontinuing treatment.
C) Injections are given every 2 to 4 weeks for 3 to 4 years.
D) Use of this drug may lead to prostate cancer later in life.
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