Asked by Alison Marcione on May 12, 2024
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Marilyn is a patient at the OB/GYN clinic where you work. After two years of trying, she has failed to become pregnant. She has had extensive testing, which did not turn up any abnormalities. However, she says, "I know there must be something wrong with me. My husband says it has to be my fault, because men never have fertility problems." How should you respond?
A) "Don't worry; we will keep on testing until we find out exactly what your problem is."
B) "Actually, 35% of the time, infertility is due to male causes."
C) "There is nothing more we can do for you here; have you considered therapy?"
D) "Your husband is wrong; there is nothing wrong with you, so there must be something wrong with him."
E) "If you want to get pregnant, you have to start thinking more positively."
Infertility
Diminished ability to produce offspring; does not imply sterility.
Male Causes
Factors or conditions specifically related to males that contribute to a particular outcome or situation.
OB/GYN Clinic
A healthcare facility specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, offering medical services related to female reproductive systems and childbirth.
- Identify factors contributing to infertility and appropriate responses to concerns about it.
Verified Answer
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catherine venturaMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Infertility can be due to male causes in approximately 35% of cases, indicating that it's not solely a female issue. This response corrects the misconception without assigning blame.
Learning Objectives
- Identify factors contributing to infertility and appropriate responses to concerns about it.