Menopause Exam with Questions and Answers

Menopause Exam with Questions and Answers A woman experiencing menopause has been placed on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) by her health care provider. What information regarding HRT should the nurse provide the client? a "Hormone replacement therapy will assist in alleviating severe manifestations when used on a short-term basis." b "You can stay on HRT as long as you need it." c "You will find that HRT will improve bone density and serum lipids. " d "Hormone replacement therapy is safe for long-term use. ANSWER a (Rationale Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may increase a woman's risk of gynecologic cancers and cerebrovascular accidents. Therefore, HRT is not safe for long-term use. Hormone replacement therapy will be prescribed short-term to alleviate severe manifestations to menopause. HRT does not improve bone density and serum lipids.) A client has been diagnosed with menopause and is complaining of increased severity of manifestations. Which treatments can be used for the treatment of menopausal symptoms? (Select all that apply.)