A patient who recently had a hysterectomy states that she is nervous about taking the estrogen replacement therapy prescribed by her health care provider. She states that she is worried about developing breast cancer later in life. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

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BA) Estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) can slightly increase the risk of breast cancer, especially with long-term use. This is a valid concern for patients considering ERT.B) For women who have had a hysterectomy, taking estrogen alone (without progestin) does not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer. This is because the risk associated with hormone replacement therapy primarily applies to combination therapy (estrogen plus progestin), which is not typically prescribed to women without a uterus.

A Patient Who Recently Had a Hysterectomy States That She