Author Question: A premenopausal client tells the nurse that she is not looking forward to menopause because it means ... (Read 54 times)

mpobi80 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A premenopausal client tells the nurse that she is not looking forward to menopause because it means her life is over. Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for the client at this time?

A) Ineffective Sexuality Pattern
B) Deficient Knowledge
C) Situational Low Self-Esteem
D) Disturbed Body Image

Question 2

A client with a history of breast cancer who is entering menopause is seeking information about how to manage hot flashes. What information can be provided to the client?

A) Soy and black cohosh can be used to manage the hot flashes associated with menopause.
B) The client should be advised that she will have to wait until menopause has finished for the hot flashes to cease.
C) Estrogen is the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes.
D) Olive oil and black cohosh are effective in the management of hot flashes.

jgranad15 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

The client believes that once menopause is reached, her life is over. The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for the client at this time would be Situational Low Self-Esteem because the client could have inadequate coping skills to aid with the aging process. There is no information to support the diagnosis of Ineffective Sexuality Pattern. The client may or may not have deficient knowledge or a disturbed body image.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

The hot flashes can be successfully managed with soy and black cohosh. Estrogen is not the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes. Olive oil is not used to manage hot flashes. Advising the client to wait is inappropriate.