ATI RN Capstone Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has prostate cancer and a new prescription for leuprolide.The nurse should explain to the client that leuprolide treats prostate cancer by which of the following actions?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationaleLeuprolide decreases testosterone production by acting as a GnRH agonist, initially stimulating then downregulating GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland, reducing LH and FSH levels.Choice B rationaleLeuprolide does not kill cells at all stages of cellular division; it specifically reduces hormone levels to slow hormone-sensitive cancer growth.Choice C rationaleLeuprolide does not increase estrogen levels; its primary mechanism involves reducing testosterone levels to manage prostate cancer.Choice D rationaleLeuprolide does not suppress growth hormone production; it specifically targets gonadotropin release to lower testosterone levels. .
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