When assessing a woman for menopausal discomforts, the nurse ...

[segrsyd]

When assessing a woman for menopausal discomforts, the nurse expects the woman to describe the most frequently reported discomfort, which is
 
  a. Headaches
  b. Hot flashes
  c. Mood swings
  d. Vaginal dryness with dyspareunia

Question 2

Therapeutic management of the child with acute diarrhea and dehydration usually begins with
 
  a. Clear liquids
  b. Adsorbents, such as kaolin and pectin
  c. Oral rehydration solution (ORS)
  d. Antidiarrheal medications such as paregoric

[alexanderhamilton]

Answer to Question 1

B
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A Headaches may be associated with a decline in hormone levels; however, it is
not the most frequently reported discomfort for menopausal women.
B Vasomotor instability, in the form of hat flashes or flushing, is a result of
fluctuating estrogen levels and is the most common disturbance of the
perimenopausal woman.
C Mood swings may be associated with a decline in hormone levels; however, it is
not the most frequently reported discomfort for menopausal women.
D Vaginal dryness and dyspareunia may be associated with a decline in hormone
levels; however, it is not the most frequently reported discomfort for menopausal
women.

Answer to Question 2

C
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A Clear liquids are not recommended because they contain too much sugar, which
may contribute to diarrhea.
B Adsorbents are not recommended.
C Orally administered rehydration solution is the first treatment for acute diarrhea.
D Antidiarrheals are not recommended because they do not get rid of pathogens.

[segrsyd]

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[shailee]

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