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The phase in which the ovarian function and hormone production decline and the patient had a lack of menstrual period for 13 months is known as:
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Menopause.
Rationale:
🟠 Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation for 12 consecutive months due to the decline in ovarian hormone production.
🟠 It marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, typically occurring between ages 45–55.
🟠 The clinical diagnosis is retrospective, made after the woman has not had a menstrual period for at least 12 months without other pathologic or physiologic causes.
🟠 During menopause, there is a significant drop in estrogen and progesterone, contributing to symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.
🟠 This stage is distinct from climacteric, which refers to the broader transitional phase, including perimenopause and postmenopause.
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🤱🏼Maternity & Newborn Care
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