Question

The nurse is assessing a female client and notes facial hirsutism. The client asks the nurse, "Why did this happen to me?" Which of the following statements is the nurse's best response?

a. "Your diet is not nutritionally balanced."
b. "You may have some hormone imbalances."
c. "Usually, there is not a known cause for this condition."
d. "You need to take vitamins."

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is B.

Explanation: Hirsutism occurs when hormones become unbalanced with too high a proportion of male sex hormones aka Androgens. Hope this helps!