Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Menopause is a complex, multisystem transition that significantly impacts cardiovascular, endocrine, neurocognitive, genitourinary, dermatologic, and immune function. This article reviews key physiological changes, clinical presentations, evidence-based screening recommendations, and both hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options, including new FDA-approved therapies. Nurse practitioners are uniquely positioned to identify, evaluate, and manage menopause-related conditions through comprehensive, individualized care. Emphasis is placed on the use of validated tools, patient education, and risk assessment to improve outcomes. Understanding menopause as a dynamic life stage enables nurse practitioners to provide holistic, compassionate care that enhances quality of life for women in midlife and beyond.
Authors: Allison Adrian, Mary Leigh Goodman, Diana Broadway, David Shirley, Whitney Smith, Catherine Durham
Language: English
Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,590
OpenAlex ID: W7128498331