A thin 52-year-old woman who has recently had a hysterectomy tells the primary care NP she is having frequent hot flashes and vaginal dryness. A recent bone density study shows early osteopenia. The woman's mother had CHD
She has no family history of breast cancer. The NP should prescribe: a. estrogen-only HT now.
b. estrogen-only HT in 5 years.
c. estrogen-progesterone HT now.
d. estrogen-progesterone HT in 5 years.
A
HT relieves symptoms of menopause and prevents osteoporosis. When started soon after menopause, HT can reduce CHD risk. Breast cancer risk may be decreased if HT is begun 5 years after onset of menopause. This woman has a higher risk of CHD and osteoporosis, so initiating therapy now is a good option. Because she has had a hysterectomy, estrogen-only therapy is indicated.
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