A patient who is in perimenopause is having a number of severe symptoms. The nurse assesses this patient and knows the doctor will likely prescribe what to assist in relieving the distress?
1. Calcium and vitamin D
2. A form of hormonal contraception
3. Prescriptive pain medication
4. Antibiotics
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Rationale 1: Calcium and vitamin D are encouraged, but the doctor does not have to prescribe these.
Rationale 2: This is the correct answer, as pregnancy can still be a concern, plus the estrogen will relieve other symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.
Rationale 3: There is no reason to prescribe pain medication, as pain is not an issue.
Rationale 4: There is no reason for antibiotics, because perimenopausal symptoms do not include infection.
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