Perimenopause and Menopause Exam Study Guide with 100% Correct & Verified Answers

Perimenopause and Menopause Exam Study Guide with 100% Correct & Verified Answers Less responsive to FHS Correct Answer ovaries produce less E,P,A Issues during perimenopause Correct Answer 1. Irregular menstrual cycles 2. Longer and shorter cycles 3. Heavier or lighter flow with periods of amenorrhea 4. Worsening or newly developed PMS Menstration ceases when Correct Answer 1. E and P low 2. FSH and LH high 1. Estradiol Correct Answer a. Predominant E during reproductive years b. Strongest E c. Low amounts during post menopause 2. Estriol Correct Answer a. E secreted by placental and synthesized from androgens produced by fetus b. Small amount in non-pregnant women c. Predominant during pregnancy 3. Estrone Correct Answer a. Weakest E b. Primary E in postmenopausal women, men and children c. In menopause produced in adipose tissue which converts the androstenedione secreted by adrenals and ovaries d. T production stays stable in women WITH ovaries Menopause occurs Correct Answer 48-55, average 52 correlates with mother and older sisters menopause occurs earlier in Correct Answer smokers signs and symptoms due to DECREASE estrogen Correct Answer i. Vasomotor symptoms ii. Genitourinary syndrome of menopause iii. Weight gain/muscle tone & skin changes experiences in menopause Correct Answer i. Vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes, hot flushes, sweats, power surges) ii. Sleep disruption iii. Daytime fatigue iv. Urogenital changes v. Mood changes vi. Hair loss and excessive hair growth Womens Health initiative Correct Answer 1. Largest clinical trial studying health RISKS of postmenopausal women