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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient prescribed to take the oral
 
  contraceptive with the brand name Ortho Tri-Cyclen asks whether she should stop taking the pill for the 10 days that her husband is out of town on business. What is your best advice?
  a. No, this drug's protection against pregnancy requires taking the drug as prescribed.
  b. No, the hormonal confusion this would cause could result in an increased risk for blood clots.
  c. Yes, if you would normally have your period any time during the 10 days that your husband is away.
  d. Yes, it is very important that your body experience drug-free period from time to time to ensure optimal drug effect.

Question 2

How does estrogen-based hormone replacement therapy (HRT) reduce perimenopausal symptoms?
 
  a. By inhibiting ovulation and implantation.
  b. By making periods more regular and predictable.
  c. By inhibiting excessive secretion of follicle stimulating hormone.
  d. By increasing the rate of normal involution and menopausal cessation.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


jhjkgdfhk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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