Menopause: Evaluation and Management for Medical Students

Question 1

What is the primary objective of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during menopause?

Accepted Answer

To alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life

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To reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

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To prevent osteoporosis

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To improve fertility

Question 2

Which type of HRT contains both estrogen and a progestin?

Accepted Answer

Continuous combined HRT

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Cyclic HRT

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Estrogen-only HRT

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Progestin-only HRT

Question 3

What is the first-line treatment option for vaginal dryness during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal estrogen cream

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Lubricants

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Antidepressants

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Hormone replacement therapy

Question 4

What is the recommended screening test for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Bone mineral density scan

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Mammogram

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Ultrasound

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Blood test

Question 5

What is the most common cause of amenorrhea in women over 45 years of age?

Accepted Answer

Menopause

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Pregnancy

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Ovarian failure

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Hypothyroidism

Question 6

What is the recommended age range for starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in women with menopausal symptoms?

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50-59 years of age

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Below 50 years of age

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60-69 years of age

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Over 70 years of age

Question 7

What is the primary reason for prescribing testosterone in postmenopausal women?

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Reduced sexual function

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Vasomotor symptoms

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Osteoporosis

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Cardiovascular disease

Question 8

Which test is indicated in the evaluation of women with postmenopausal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Endometrial biopsy

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Colonoscopy

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Hysterosalpingography

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Pap smear

Question 9

What is the most common cause of vulvovaginal atrophy?

Accepted Answer

Menopause

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Diabetes

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Autoimmune disorders

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Radiation therapy

Question 10

Which of the following is the most frequently experienced symptom during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes

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Vaginal dryness

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Mood swings

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Osteoporosis

Question 11

What is the primary hormonal shift that occurs during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Decline in estrogen

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Increase in progesterone

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Rise in testosterone

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Drop in FSH

Question 12

What is the recommended first-line strategy for alleviating hot flashes in menopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle modifications (e.g., stress reduction techniques)

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Hormone replacement therapy

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Antidepressants

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Gabapentin

Question 13

Which type of hormone replacement therapy has been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Combined estrogen and progestin

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Estrogen-only

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Progestin-only

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Non-hormonal therapy

Question 14

Which non-hormonal treatment option is available for vaginal dryness during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Lubricants

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Estrogen cream

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Antibiotics

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Pelvic floor exercises

Question 15

What is the typical age range during which menopause occurs in the United States?

Accepted Answer

50-60 years

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45-55 years

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55-65 years

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60-70 years

Question 16

What is the primary objective of hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

To alleviate menopausal symptoms (e.g., hot flashes, vaginal dryness)

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To prevent osteoporosis

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To improve libido

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To reduce the risk of all chronic diseases

Question 17

How do lifestyle modifications benefit women during menopause?

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They improve sleep, reduce stress, help maintain a healthy weight, and ease menopausal symptoms.

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They lower the risk of chronic diseases, but don't directly affect menopausal symptoms.

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They worsen hot flashes and night sweats.

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They have no impact on overall health and well-being during menopause.

Question 18

Which symptom is LEAST likely experienced during menopause?

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Increased libido

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Hot flashes

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Vaginal dryness

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Mood swings

Question 19

A woman experiencing menopause commonly reports which of the following symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes

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Increased fertility

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Acne

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal symptom commonly associated with menopause?

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Acne

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Vaginal dryness

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Night sweats

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Hot flashes

Question 21

Which hormone plays the primary role in causing the vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause?

Accepted Answer

Estrogen

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Progesterone

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Luteinizing hormone

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Testosterone

Question 22

Which of the following lifestyle modifications can help alleviate menopausal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise

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Smoking

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Excessive alcohol consumption

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Poor sleep hygiene

Question 23

What is the recommended initial hormonal therapy for managing moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Systemic estrogen therapy

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Intravaginal estrogen cream

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Tibolone

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Question 24

Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-term estrogen replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of breast cancer

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Reduced bone mineral density

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Improved mood

Question 25

What is the term that describes the accelerated loss of bone mass that occurs after menopause?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis

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Osteomalacia

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Osteomyelitis

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Osteopenia

Question 26

Which class of medications is commonly used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Bisphosphonates

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Insulin

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Antihypertensives

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Statins

Question 27

What is the potential benefit of soy isoflavones in relation to menopause?

Accepted Answer

Potential for reducing menopausal symptoms

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Proven to increase bone mineral density

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Shown to prevent cognitive decline

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Known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

Question 28

Which of the following psychological changes is often associated with menopause?

Accepted Answer

Mood swings

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Euphoria

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Psychosis

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Mania

Question 29

Which of the following is a **characteristic** symptom of menopause?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes

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Acne

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Increased libido

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Weight gain

Question 30

What is the **average** age of menopause in the United States?

Accepted Answer

51

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45

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55

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60

Question 31

Which of the following hormones is **primarily** decreased during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Estrogen

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Progesterone

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Testosterone

Question 32

Which of the following is a **non-hormonal** therapy for managing menopausal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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Testosterone replacement therapy

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Progesterone-only therapy

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Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Question 33

What is the recommended **maximum** duration of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for managing moderate to severe menopausal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

5 years

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Indefinite

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1 year

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10 years

Question 34

Which of the following is a **potential benefit** of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Accepted Answer

Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease

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Treating anxiety

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Increasing the risk of breast cancer

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Promoting weight loss

Question 35

Which of the following is a recommended dietary modification for women experiencing menopausal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Limiting caffeine intake

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Consuming a high-fat diet

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Avoiding fruits and vegetables

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Increasing sodium intake

Question 36

What is the primary hormonal change that occurs during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Decline in estrogen and progesterone levels

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Increase in luteinizing hormone (LH) levels

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Decrease in prolactin levels

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Increase in follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels

Question 37

Which of the following is a potential long-term health risk associated with estrogen deficiency during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis

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Urinary tract infections

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Breast cancer

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Endometrial hyperplasia

Question 38

When is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) generally recommended for menopause management?

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To alleviate moderate to severe symptoms that significantly impair quality of life

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In women with a history of hormone-sensitive cancers

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In all women approaching menopause as a preventive measure

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In women with premature menopause

Question 39

Which of the following is a potential side effect of HRT?

Accepted Answer

Nausea

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Ectopic pregnancy

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Ovarian cysts

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Premature birth

Question 40

Which of the following lifestyle modifications is recommended during menopause to improve overall health and well-being?

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise

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Coffee consumption

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Alcohol intake

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Smoking initiation

Question 41

Which of the following is a contraindication for HRT?

Accepted Answer

History of venous thromboembolism

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History of infertility

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History of endometriosis

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History of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Question 42

What is the term for the transition period leading up to menopause, characterized by hormonal fluctuations and irregular menstrual cycles?

Accepted Answer

Perimenopause

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Amenorrhea

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Postmenopause

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Premenopause

Question 43

Menopause is accurately defined as:

Accepted Answer

The permanent cessation of menstruation for at least 12 consecutive months.

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The occurrence of hot flashes and night sweats.

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A decrease in estrogen levels.

Question 44

Which of these symptoms is commonly associated with menopause and is classified as vasomotor?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes

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Fatigue

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Mood swings

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Headaches

Question 45

The primary hormone responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle is:

Accepted Answer

Estrogen

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Testosterone

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Follicle-stimulating hormone

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Progesterone

Question 46

Which lifestyle change is recommended to alleviate symptoms of menopause?

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise

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Smoking

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Wearing tight clothing

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Consuming a high-fat diet

Question 47

Which of these is a potential risk associated with HRT?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of breast cancer

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Improved mood

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Reduced risk of osteoporosis

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Improved sleep quality

Question 48

When counseling patients about menopause, it is important to consider:

Accepted Answer

Tailoring treatment to individual patient needs and preferences.

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Emphasizing the inevitability of symptoms

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Focusing solely on symptom management

Question 49

What is the primary physiological cause of menopause?

Accepted Answer

Depletion of ovarian follicles, resulting in decreased estrogen production

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Increased production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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Uterine atrophy

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Decreased production of luteinizing hormone (LH)

Question 50

Which age range is considered the typical onset of menopause?

Accepted Answer

45-55 years

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75-85 years

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65-75 years

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35-45 years

Question 51

Which of the following is a common physical symptom associated with menopause?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes

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Acne

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Weight loss

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Hair loss

Question 52

Which type of hormone replacement therapy includes both estrogen and progestin?

Accepted Answer

Combined HRT

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Estrogen-only HRT

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Tibolone

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Androgen therapy

Question 53

What are potential long-term risks associated with hormone replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, and stroke

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Decreased risk of osteoporosis

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None of the above

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Improved cognitive function

Question 54

Which lifestyle modification is recommended to alleviate menopausal symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise

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Excessive alcohol consumption

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Smoking

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Prolonged periods of stress

Question 55

What is the recommended screening interval for osteoporosis in women at average risk after menopause?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 years

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Every 5 years

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Annually

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Only when symptoms are present

Question 56

Which medication class is commonly used to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Bisphosphonates

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Calcium supplements alone

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Anti-inflammatory drugs

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Vitamin D supplements alone

Question 57

What is the primary cause of vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women?

Accepted Answer

Decline in estrogen levels, leading to thinning and decreased lubrication of the vaginal tissues

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Cervical stenosis

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Uterine prolapse

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Pelvic floor dysfunction