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jasdeep_brar

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A patient believes that she is beginning menopause. For which manifestations should the nurse assess this patient?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. increased body hair
  2. vaginal dryness
  3. hot flashes
  4. night sweats
  5. vaginitis

Question 2

Long-term hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is being discussed with a patient who is scheduled for a total hysterectomy. The patient should be informed that she will be at an increased risk for which health problems as a result of HRT?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. breast cancer
  2. stroke
  3. venous thrombosis
  4. colon cancer
  5. heart attack


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aadams68

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5
As estrogen levels decline, various changes occur in the body, including a decrease in body hair, vaginal dryness, vaginitis, hot flashes, and night sweats.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Long-term hormone replacement therapy increases the risk for breast cancer, stroke, heart attack, and venous thrombosis. This therapy does not increase the risk for colon cancer.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

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