A thin 52-year-old woman who has recently had a hysterectomy tells the primary care NP she is having frequent hot flashes and vaginal dryness.A recent bone density study shows early osteopenia.The woman's mother had CHD.She has no family history of breast cancer.The NP should prescribe:

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HT relieves symptoms of menopause and prevents osteoporosis.When started soon after menopause,HT can reduce CHD risk.Breast cancer risk may be decreased if HT is begun 5 years after onset of menopause.This woman has a higher risk of CHD and osteoporosis,so initiating therapy now is a good option.Because she has had a hysterectomy,estrogen-only therapy is indicated.

A Thin 52-Year-Old Woman Who Has Recently Had a Hysterectomy