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The nurse is assessing a postmenopausal woman for evidence of heart disease- Which factor contributes to the client's increased risk for heart disease after menopause?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A. Estrogen has a positive and protective effect on the function of the heart and blood vessels. B. Menopause is not known to cause a specific food craving. C. Progesterone, which decreases with menopause, is more linked to weight gain. D. Continued exercise and activity in menopause positively affects a woman's health.