A female patient approaching menopause asks about the use of hormone replacement therapy.Which findings from a study on hormone replacement therapy should the nurse explain to the patient? (Select all that apply.)

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Research on HRT has shown a 26% increase in breast cancer,a 41% increase in strokes,a 29% increase in heart attacks,doubling of venous thromboembolism rates,and an overall 22% increase in cardiovascular disease.Positive findings with HRT included a one-third reduction in hip fractures,a 24% reduction in total fractures,and a 37% decrease in colorectal cancer.

A Female Patient Approaching Menopause Asks About the Use of Hormone