A Nurse Is Caring for a Client in Menopause

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client in menopause. When discussing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with the client, the nurse should include which of the following statements?

A) "Most healthy, recently menopausal women should not use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness."
B) "HRT is the least effective treatment of menopausal hot flashes and vaginal dryness."
C) "If vaginal dryness and painful intercourse are the only symptoms, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred."
D) "The risk of blood clots in the legs or lungs is further increased by using transdermal patches, gels, or sprays."