Andrea, a 27 y/o F with a history of asthma, has followed yo…

Andrea, a 27 y/o F with a history of asthma, has followed your prescribed asthma treatment plan and is doing much better (she is well controlled). Concerned about using the lowest effective dose of medications and still maintaining control of the asthma, you decide to step down therapy. The current guidelines suggest this is possible because Andrea has been well controlled for at least how long?

Mrs. Johnson, a 52-year-old woman, presents to her nurse pra…

Mrs. Johnson, a 52-year-old woman, presents to her nurse practitioner for a consultation regarding menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). She has a history of hypertension and occasional migraines but is otherwise healthy. She is interested in MHT to alleviate her menopausal symptoms but is concerned about potential risks. What should the nurse practitioner prioritize during the assessment before considering MHT for Mrs. Johnson?