Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Drugs Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during the perimenopausal period?

To increase the risk of blood clotting and thrombophlebitis

To increase the risk of myocardial infarction

To promote the growth of hormone-sensitive cancers

To replace the naturally secreted estrogen and progesterone hormones (correct)

How does the low-dose estrogen in menopausal HRT help reduce perimenopausal symptoms?

It promotes the growth of hormone-sensitive cancers of the cervix, uterus, ovary, and breast

It increases the risks of blood clotting, thrombophlebitis, and inappropriate development of thrombi and emboli

It increases blood estrogen levels, which suppresses the feedback system to lower FSH levels (correct)

It increases the risk of myocardial infarction and is not recommended for long-term therapy

What are the potential health problems associated with the increased clot formation caused by menopausal HRT?

Reduced hot flashes and night sweats

Heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism, and deep vein thrombosis (correct)

Improved sleep quality

Liver impairment, gallbladder disease, and pancreatitis

What is Homan's sign, and what would a positive Homan's sign indicate?

A sign of blood clot formation, indicating a potential complication of menopausal HRT Signup and view all the answers

Why are menopausal HRT drugs not prescribed to women who have a high risk for hormone-sensitive cancers?

Because menopausal HRT promotes the growth of hormone-sensitive cancers of the cervix, uterus, ovary, and breast Signup and view all the answers

What other health problems are associated with the use of menopausal HRT?

Liver impairment, gallbladder disease, and pancreatitis Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of taking perimenopausal HRT drugs more often than prescribed or not following timing instructions?

Increased risk of excessive uterine bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to reduce your risk for blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

Quit or reduce smoking Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you notice a yellow tinge on the roof of your mouth or the whites of your eyes while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

Report it to your healthcare provider as soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

What immediate action should you take if you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, swelling in one leg, or symptoms of stroke while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

Go to the emergency department or call 911 immediately Signup and view all the answers

What types of cancers have an increased risk when taking perimenopausal HRT drugs for long periods?

Cervical, breast, ovarian, and uterine cancers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a perimenopausal HRT drug mentioned in the text?

Conjugated equine estrogen Signup and view all the answers

Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Drugs Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during the perimenopausal period?

How does the low-dose estrogen in menopausal HRT help reduce perimenopausal symptoms?

What are the potential health problems associated with the increased clot formation caused by menopausal HRT?

What is Homan's sign, and what would a positive Homan's sign indicate?

Why are menopausal HRT drugs not prescribed to women who have a high risk for hormone-sensitive cancers?

What other health problems are associated with the use of menopausal HRT?

What is a potential risk of taking perimenopausal HRT drugs more often than prescribed or not following timing instructions?

What should you do to reduce your risk for blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

What should you do if you notice a yellow tinge on the roof of your mouth or the whites of your eyes while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

What immediate action should you take if you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, swelling in one leg, or symptoms of stroke while taking perimenopausal HRT drugs?

What types of cancers have an increased risk when taking perimenopausal HRT drugs for long periods?

Which of the following is an example of a perimenopausal HRT drug mentioned in the text?

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