Question 1

At what age does natural menopause usually occur among American women?
A) 35-45
B) 45-55
C) 55-65
D) 60-70

Accepted Answer

Natural menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 among American women.

Question 2

Which of the following is a major cause of urinary incontinence?
A) dyspareunia
B) low BMI
C) prolonged celibacy
D) pelvic organ prolapse

Accepted Answer

Pelvic organ prolapse can weaken the pelvic floor muscles and tissues, leading to urinary incontinence.

Question 3

According to data from the CDC, 50% of hysterectomies between 2000 and 2004 were performed for what reason?
A) permanent contraception
B) treatment of uterine fibroids
C) treatment of uterine prolapse
D) treatment for ovarian cancer

Accepted Answer

Uterine fibroids were the most common reason for hysterectomies during that period, accounting for about 50% of the procedures.

Question 4

A symposium convened in 2011 by the North American Menopause Society recommended the use of 50 mg of _____ isoflavones per day for relief of vasomotor symptoms.
A) soy
B) olive oil
C) oatmeal
D) ginkgo biloba

Accepted Answer

Soy isoflavones are known to help relieve vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes in menopausal women.

Question 5

Studies have shown that earlier signs of menopause are associated with _____.
A) increased levels of LDL and HDL
B) decreased levels of LDL and HDL
C) increased levels of LDL and decreased levels of HDL
D) decreased levels of LDL and increased levels of HDL

Accepted Answer

Earlier signs of menopause are associated with increased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and decreased levels of HDL (good cholesterol), which can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Question 6

Enjoyment of sexual intimacy declines significantly as adults age.

Accepted Answer

While some adults may experience a decline in sexual activity due to health issues or other factors, many continue to enjoy sexual intimacy well into older age.

Question 7

Available data indicates that women with short menstrual cycles become menopausal earlier than women with longer cycles.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that women with shorter menstrual cycles may experience menopause earlier due to a higher number of ovulatory cycles over their reproductive lifespan, potentially leading to earlier depletion of ovarian follicles.

Question 8

Declining levels of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) released by the pituitary gland with compensating increases in luteinizing hormone (LH) are predictive of loss of ovulatory function.

Accepted Answer

Declining levels of FSH are not typically associated with loss of ovulatory function; instead, elevated levels of FSH and LH are indicative of ovarian failure or menopause.

Question 9

Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) are reportedly more common among sexually active postmenopausal women.

Accepted Answer

Sexual activity can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract, and postmenopausal women may experience changes in the urinary tract that increase susceptibility to infections.

Question 10

Although risks of breast and cancer are generally diminished after bilateral oophorectomy prior to natural menopause, the risk of mortality from coronary heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer increases.

Accepted Answer

Bilateral oophorectomy before natural menopause reduces estrogen levels, which can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers like lung cancer.

Question 11

Vaginal fluid becomes more acidic following menopause, often leading to significant discomfort.

Accepted Answer

Vaginal fluid typically becomes less acidic following menopause, which can lead to discomfort due to changes in the vaginal environment.

Question 12

List five common symptoms reported by perimenopausal women.

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Question 13

What definition do most researchers use for natural menopause?

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Question 14

What lifestyle changes have been recommended by the North American Menopause Society and clinicians to reduce hot flashes?

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Question 15

Explain why the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) randomized trial of combined estrogen and progestin therapy was terminated in 2002 by the monitoring committee.

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Quiz 11: Menopause

At what age does natural menopause usually occur among American women?

Which of the following is a major cause of urinary incontinence?

According to data from the CDC, 50% of hysterectomies between 2000 and 2004 were performed for what reason?

A symposium convened in 2011 by the North American Menopause Society recommended the use of 50 mg of _____ isoflavones per day for relief of vasomotor symptoms.

Studies have shown that earlier signs of menopause are associated with _____.