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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Mechanism

Mechanism

Hyperinsulinemia Increases GnRH Pulse Frequency

Which of the following mechanisms is associated with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?

Large Increase in LH

Which of the following results from the increase in GnRH?

Small Decrease in FSH

Of the following which is most found in a patient with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?

Increased Androgen Production From Theca-Lutein Cells

Which of the following can be found in a patient with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?

Decreased Steroid Hormone-Binding-Globulin (SHBG) Causes Increased Free Testosterone

Which of the following is found in a patient with PCOS?

Obese Patients Have Increased Estrogen

Aromatase in fat cells results in which of the following?

Increased Risk of Endometrial Cancer

Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) have which of the following associations?

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Symptoms and Diagnosis

Symptoms

Most Common Cause of Infertility in Women

Which of the following is the most appropriate description of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

Amenorrhea

Which of the following is most likely a clinical feature of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

Acne

Hirsutism

Obesity

Which of the following is most likely associated with patients who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

Diagnosis

Enlarged, Cystic Ovaries

Which of the following is most likely part of the criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

LH:FSH Ratio of 3:1

Which of the following most likely supports the diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

"String of Pearls" on Ultrasound

Which of the following is most likely associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Treatment

Weight Loss

Which of the following is most appropriate in the treatment of polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Oral Contraceptives

Clomiphene Citrate

Which of the following medications works by blocking the negative feedback of circulating estrogen, increasing FSH and LH release, in order to stimulate ovulation?

Anti-androgens

Which of the following medications is most useful in the treatment of acne and the growth of unwanted facial/body hair in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Cyclic Progesterone for Endometrial Protection

Which of the following treatments is most appropriate for protection against endometrial proliferation in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Metformin

Which of the following medications is most likely to increase insulin sensitivity in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome?

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

Assessment

Bimodal Age Distribution

Which of the following BEST describes the epidemiology of dysfunctional uterine bleeding?

Painless Vaginal Bleeding

Which of the following is most likely associated with dysfunctional uterine bleeding?

Amenorrhea 

Menorrhagia (Heavy Menstrual Bleeding)

Metrorrhagia (Bleeding Between Menses)

Interventions

Balloon Thermotherapy

Which of the following is most likely indicated in dysfunctional uterine bleeding?

Hormone Medications

Dilation and Curettage (DandC)

Considerations

Monitor for Anemia

Which of the following should be considered for patients with dysfunctional uterine bleeding?

Ovarian Disorders

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