NM701 Module 5 Questions with Complete Solutions 100% Solved| Grade A+
One study found that Caucasian woman's concern over menopause as a sign of aging vs. African
american women welcomed it as a natural event.
Hormonal medications used for hormone therapy (HT) -- but NOT contraception -- in women
during perimenopause and after menopause
Perimenopause 3 common signs: › Menstrual bleeding changes, then ceases
› Vasomotor symptoms: the hot flush
› Vaginal symptoms: dryness is common. Later,
changes in architecture due to lower levels
of estrogen
Why do the most common menopausal symptoms
occur? Because of the low estrogen & progesterone levels.
Perimenopause Other issues that may arise: › sleeping problems
› changes in mood or cognition
› dyspareunia.
Exercise benefits during menopause The more women move during menopause, the better
they feel
regular physical activity=lower hot flash intensity
also decreases CVD, diabetes, insomnia, osteoporosis & obesity
complimentary therapies that may reduce the extent to which vasomotor symptoms bother
women mindfulness practices
cognitive behavioral therapy
, accupuncture
menopause The closure of reproductive capability
It is defined as the time when the ovaries cease functioning and menstrual periods stop,
marking the end of the reproductive years.
A woman is considered to have reached menopause when she has stopped having a monthly
period for 12 consecutive months.
The average age of US women at menopause is 51.
Regular sexual activity by herself or w/ a partner benefits during menopause Reduces
atrophic vaginal symptoms
How is menopause it diagnosed? Diagnosed via: LMP (cessation of menstruation) for at least
12 months
Retrospective diagnosis: based on the clinical absence of menses for 12 consecutive months
Serum FSH testing is no longer recommended
How do levels of the following hormones change between the reproductive years and after
menopause? FSH- remain high
LH- remain high
Estrogen- remain low
Testosterone- remain relatively constant
Identify *lifestyle modifications* for the management of perimenopausal/menopausal
symptoms. exercise
physical activity
smoking cessation
decreasing alcohol/spicy food/caffeine
wearing layers
One study found that Caucasian woman's concern over menopause as a sign of aging vs. African
american women welcomed it as a natural event.
Hormonal medications used for hormone therapy (HT) -- but NOT contraception -- in women
during perimenopause and after menopause
Perimenopause 3 common signs: › Menstrual bleeding changes, then ceases
› Vasomotor symptoms: the hot flush
› Vaginal symptoms: dryness is common. Later,
changes in architecture due to lower levels
of estrogen
Why do the most common menopausal symptoms
occur? Because of the low estrogen & progesterone levels.
Perimenopause Other issues that may arise: › sleeping problems
› changes in mood or cognition
› dyspareunia.
Exercise benefits during menopause The more women move during menopause, the better
they feel
regular physical activity=lower hot flash intensity
also decreases CVD, diabetes, insomnia, osteoporosis & obesity
complimentary therapies that may reduce the extent to which vasomotor symptoms bother
women mindfulness practices
cognitive behavioral therapy
, accupuncture
menopause The closure of reproductive capability
It is defined as the time when the ovaries cease functioning and menstrual periods stop,
marking the end of the reproductive years.
A woman is considered to have reached menopause when she has stopped having a monthly
period for 12 consecutive months.
The average age of US women at menopause is 51.
Regular sexual activity by herself or w/ a partner benefits during menopause Reduces
atrophic vaginal symptoms
How is menopause it diagnosed? Diagnosed via: LMP (cessation of menstruation) for at least
12 months
Retrospective diagnosis: based on the clinical absence of menses for 12 consecutive months
Serum FSH testing is no longer recommended
How do levels of the following hormones change between the reproductive years and after
menopause? FSH- remain high
LH- remain high
Estrogen- remain low
Testosterone- remain relatively constant
Identify *lifestyle modifications* for the management of perimenopausal/menopausal
symptoms. exercise
physical activity
smoking cessation
decreasing alcohol/spicy food/caffeine
wearing layers
