A woman in her late 50s presents to the walk-in clinic requesting hormone replacement therapy (HRT). The nurse is reviewing the history of this patient. Based upon which of the following conditions is (HRT) contraindicated?
A) History of vaginal dryness
B) History of hot flashes and night sweats
C) History of vascular thrombosis
D) Family history of osteoporosis
Ans: C
Feedback: The use of HT is contraindicated in women with a history of vascular thrombosis, active liver disease, some cases of uterine cancer, and undiagnosed vaginal bleeding. HT is beneficial in women with a risk for osteoporosis. Vaginal dryness, hot flashes, and night sweats are symptoms of menopause that may be relieved with HT.
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