A nurse is caring for a client in menopause. When discussing hormone replacement therapy (HRT)with the client, the nurse should include which of the following statements?

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A)If vaginal dryness and dyspareunia (painful intercourse)are the only symptoms of menopause, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred. Most healthy, recently menopausal women may use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Risks for blood clots in the legs and lungs are increased with HRT, but occurrence is rare in women ages 50-59. The risk is further lowered by using low-dose estrogen pills or transdermal patches, gels, or sprays.
B)If vaginal dryness and dyspareunia (painful intercourse)are the only symptoms of menopause, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred. Most healthy, recently menopausal women may use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Risks for blood clots in the legs and lungs are increased with HRT, but occurrence is rare in women ages 50-59. The risk is further lowered by using low-dose estrogen pills or transdermal patches, gels, or sprays.
C)If vaginal dryness and dyspareunia (painful intercourse)are the only symptoms of menopause, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred. Most healthy, recently menopausal women may use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Risks for blood clots in the legs and lungs are increased with HRT, but occurrence is rare in women ages 50-59. The risk is further lowered by using low-dose estrogen pills or transdermal patches, gels, or sprays.
D)If vaginal dryness and dyspareunia (painful intercourse)are the only symptoms of menopause, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred. Most healthy, recently menopausal women may use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Risks for blood clots in the legs and lungs are increased with HRT, but occurrence is rare in women ages 50-59. The risk is further lowered by using low-dose estrogen pills or transdermal patches, gels, or sprays.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Client in Menopause