C - History of breast cancer with lumpectomy treatment because HRT increases the risk of breast cancer if someone already had taken treatment for the breast cancer
A 52 year old client experiencing symptoms of menopause is interested in taking hormone replacement therapy...
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women undergoing menopause, either natural or surgical, is the subject of a number of studies and debate. On one hand, it relieves many of the unpleasant symptoms of menopause and reduces the risk of coronary artery disease and osteoporosis in post-menopausal women- both major courses of morbidity and mortality. On the other hand, it may increase the risk of endometrial cancer or breast cancer in some women. Review the current literature on the risks and...
Case 2: Gwendolyn, a 64-year-old female Subjective: • She presents today to follow-up on a recent DEXA scan It showed worsening osteoporosis • She is post-menopausal and has been for the past 2 years • She has a history of a wrist fracture after falling due to vertigo last year, vertigo, vaginal atrophy, iron deficiency anemia, and chickenpox Medications: Antivert (meclizine) 25mg tabs, Fosamax (alendronate) 70mg, Calcium carbonate 1.000mg, Vitamin D3 2,000 IU, Lopressor (metoprolol) 25mg. Premarin (conjugated estrogens) vaginal...
12. Which of the following are possible side effects of an estrogen prescription? a. Breast tenderness, spotting, and nausea b. Spotting, insomnia, and loss of consciousness c. Breast tenderness, galactorrhea, and erectile dysfunction d. Spotting, hirsutism, and breast tenderness 13. Which of the following is not a risk of hormone replacement therapy? a. Increased risk of blood clots b. Increased risk of endometrial cancer c. Increased risk of colorectal cancer d. Increased risk of deep vein thrombosis 14. At the...
7. On his way out of the exam room, Spencer mentions that he has a large party this evening at this fraternity house. He wants to know if it is OK for him to drink and you respond... a. No, your Aleve and the alcohol can interact and cause stomach ulcers. b. No, your Robaxin and alcohol can interact and cause nervous system depression. c. No, your Aleve and Robaxin can both interact with alcohol and cause potentially fatal problems....
7. On his way out of the exam room, Spencer mentions that he has a large party this evening at this fraternity house. He wants to know if it is OK for him to drink and you respond... a. No, your Aleve and the alcohol can interact and cause stomach ulcers. b. No, your Robaxin and alcohol can interact and cause nervous system depression. c. No, your Aleve and Robaxin can both interact with alcohol and cause potentially fatal problems....
11. A woman who is in the first trimester of her pregnancy has told the nurse, "l've stopped taking my blood pressure pill because I know it could harm the baby. Instead, I've started taking natural and herbal remedies." What nursing diagnosis is suggested by the woman's statement? a. Deficient knowledge related to drug and herbal effects b. Health-seeking behaviors related to protection of fetal c. Acute confusion related to the potential teratogenic d. Effective therapeutic regimen management related to...
1. Oral acetaminophen has been ordered for a young child who has a fever. A liquid form has been obtained by the nurse to increase the chance of problem free administration. Prior to administration, the nurse is going through the rights of medication administration. When confirming the right dose, what term is the most appropriate? a. "160 mg" b. "one teaspoon" c. "one third of a tablespoon d. "SmL 2. A pregnant woman asks why she needs to take a...