A&P
Menopause occurs because the ovaries permanently stop releasing these.
What are eggs (ova)?
The most common hot, sudden episodes of warmth during menopause are called this.
What are hot flashes?
Providers review this type of history to confirm the duration of amenorrhea.
What is menstrual history?
These medications are the most effective for reducing hot flashes and other menopause symptoms.
What is hormone therapy (estrogen ± progesterone)?
Estrogen therapy increases the risk of this serious blood vessel condition.
What is a DVT?
During menopause, these structures in the ovaries stop working as well, leading to lower estrogen and progesterone levels.
What are ovarian follicles?
Forgetfulness or trouble concentrating during menopause is often called this.
What is brain fog?
This lab test measures the main form of estrogen in women.
What is estradiol?
This hormone is added to estrogen therapy for women with a uterus to prevent uterine cancer.
What is progesterone?
Sudden numbness, facial drooping, or slurred speech may indicate this hormone therapy complication.
What is a stroke?
This hormone drops significantly during menopause, causing many common symptoms.
What is estrogen?
Vaginal dryness and thinning of vaginal tissue are examples of this type of clinical data.
What is objective data?
This type of sample is used to measure hormones like estradiol, FSH, and LH in menopausal assessment.
What are blood or urine samples?
Low doses of these medications, usually for mood disorders, can also help with hot flashes.
What are SSRIs or SNRIs?
Using this during intercourse helps reduce discomfort caused by vaginal dryness.
What is a lubricant?
These two pituitary hormones increase because the ovaries stop responding to them.
What are FSH and LH?
During menopause, women may experience sudden shifts in mood, including these types of emotions.
What are irritability, anxiety, and depression
A rising level of this hormone indicates that the negative feedback from estrogen and progesterone is lost.
What is luteinizing hormone (LH)?
This herbal remedy can reduce hot flashes but is unsafe for women with a history of breast cancer.
What is Black Cohosh?
Lifestyle changes for menopause include exercise, stress management, and limiting these two substances.
What are caffeine and alcohol?
Menopause usually occurs in women within this age range.
What is ages 45 to 55?
Not having a period for this amount of time helps confirm menopause.
What is one full year?
Women who have this surgical procedure experience more sudden and severe menopausal symptoms.
What is oophorectomy (removal of ovaries)?
These medications, along with vitamin D and calcium, help prevent bone loss in postmenopausal women.
What are bisphosphonates?
Name three ways women can practice health promotion during menopause
What are joining support groups, learning about menopause, and prioritizing self-care?