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Capo · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The health care provider is considering contraception options for an obese patient. The patient asks if she can use Ortho Evra. Which is the most appropriate response by the health care provid-er?

a. Yes; the medication is not affected by the patient's body weight.
b. Yes, as long as the patient maintains her body weight at a consistent level while on the medication.
c. No; the medication is less effective in women weighing more than 198 pounds.
d. No; the medication is less effective in women weighing more than 150 pounds.

Question 2

A woman near menopausal age is considering estrogen replacement therapy. What effect does estrogen have on the process of osteoporosis?

a. No apparent effect
b. Replaces lost bone
c. Stimulates new bone growth
d. Slows postmenopausal bone loss

vish98 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The medication is less effective in women weighing more than 198 pounds.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Estrogen is a very effective treatment for the prevention of osteoporosis in women. It increases bone density, promotes calcium retention, reduces bone resorption, and slows postmenopausal bone loss.