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CE Home > Women’s Health > CE301-60 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Poly-System Problem
Advanced Practice Course
CE301-60c ·1.0 hr
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Poly-System Problem
Author: Eileen P. Geraci, RN, MA, APN-C

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This course has been brought to you by an educational grant from St. David's HealthCare, Austin, Texas until September 30, 2008.

While participation in this educational activity is free to you, participant lists shall be made available to the sponsor of this module. By proceeding, you are agreeing to allow this organization to receive your demographic or survey information. Nursing Spectrum Continuing Education guarantees that the content of this educational activity is free from bias.

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Objectives

The goal of this program is to help nurses and advanced practice nurses identify patients at risk for long-term health problems related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). After you study the information presented here, you will be able to —

  • Describe the clinical signs and symptoms of PCOS.
  • Discuss the medical and nursing management of PCOS.
  • Discuss the nurse’s role in teaching the patient about long-term health effects of PCOS and the APN’s role in prevention and management of its long-term effects.