A 51-year-old woman at menopause is considering the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) but is concerned about the risk of breast cancer. Which information will the nurse include when discussing HRT with the patient?
A) HRT does not appear to increase the risk for breast cancer unless there are other risk factors.
B) HRT is a safe therapy for menopausal symptoms if there is no family history of BRCA genes.
C) She and her health care provider must weigh the benefits of HRT against the possible risks of breast cancer.
D) Alternative therapies with herbs and natural drugs are as effective as estrogen in relieving menopausal symptoms.
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