Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment is organized by Nurse com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Release Date: June 18, 2021
Expiration Date: June 30, 2024
Description:
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the leading endocrine disorder of women in their child-bearing years. However, providers are not necessarily aware of multiple long-term health risks related to obesity, insulin resistance, infertility, and cardiovascular effects of PCOS.
Nursing professionals need to improve their clinical understanding and ability to identify indicators of polycystic ovarian syndrome. Advanced practice nurses (APNs) need to keep up to date on diagnostic measures and treatments to implement individualized management plans to improve the long-term health of patients with PCOS.
Learning Objectives:
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Define clinical signs and symptoms, diagnostic work-up, and treatment of PCOS.
• Identify the nurse’s role in teaching the patient about prevention and management of long-term health effects of PCOS.