The nurse is conducting a presentation for a group of nurses who work with adolescents. The group of nurses discusses dysmenorrhea. Which statement is most accurate related to dysmenorrhea?
a) A contributing factor in dysmenorrhea is the increased secretion of prostaglandins.
b) Genetic abnormalities are the most common cause of dysmenorrhea.
c) Common symptoms of dysmenorrhea are weight gain and mood swings.
d) Dysmenorrhea can result from diaphragms or tampons being left in place too long

a) A contributing factor in dysmenorrhea is the increased secretion of prostaglandins

Explanation:

Increased secretion of prostaglandins is a contributing factor in dysmenorrhea as in the primary dysmenorrhea, there is increased prostaglandin production by the endometrium in an ovulatory cycle which cause contraction of uterus thus resulting in pain.

All the other options are wrong, hence option a) A contributing factor in dysmenorrhea is the increased secretion of prostaglandins is the right option.

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