A 45-year-old woman reports cessation of menses for the past 6 months and asks the nurse if she needs to continue using contraception. The nurse will tell her
a. that she may discontinue using contraception.
b. that she most likely has premature ovarian failure.
c. to begin hormone therapy to prevent menopausal symptoms.
d. to continue using contraception for at least 6 more months.
ANS: D
Women should use contraception until menstruation has ceased for 1 year if they do not wish to become pregnant. Premature ovarian failure occurs when menstruation stops before age 40 years. It is not necessary to treat menopausal symptoms until they occur.
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