A client reports taking Premarin for many years. The nurse asks follow-up questions to determine the reasons the client is taking this medication, which may include:
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. contraception.
2. treatment of menopausal symptoms.
3. treatment of breast cancer.
4. treatment of vaginal bleeding.
5. treatment of cardiovascular disease.
Correct Answer:,2,3
Rationale 1: Premarin is not indicated for contraception.
Rationale 2: Premarin can be used to treat menopausal symptoms.
Rationale 3: Premarin can be used to treat breast cancer.
Rationale 4: Premarin is not used in the treatment of vaginal bleeding.
Rationale 5: Premarin is not used to treat cardiovascular disease.
Global Rationale: Premarin's primary use is to alleviate menopausal symptoms. It can also be used to treat some forms of breast cancer. It is not used for contraception, vaginal bleeding, or cardiovascular disease.
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