A woman who has a history of breast cancer has been experiencing ...

[nelaaney]

A woman who has a history of breast cancer has been experiencing hot flashes as she enters menopause. She is seeking information about how to manage these manifestations. What information can be provided to the client?
 
  A) Estrogen is the only reliable method of treatment for the vasomotor manifestations being reported by the client.
  B) Olive oil and black cohosh are effective in the management of hot flashes.
  C) The client should be advised to simply wait until the process of menopause has finished to achieve comfort and relief from the hot flashes.
  D) Soy and black cohosh can be used to manage the hot flashes associated with menopause.

Question 2

Which dietary guideline would be the most important for the nurse to instruct a patient with diabetes mellitus?
 
  1. Include foods rich in calcium at every meal.
  2. Eliminate as much fat from the diet as possible.
  3. Eat at regular times including meals and snacks.
  4. Ingest the majority of daily caloric intake in the morning meal.

[rachel]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Eating foods rich in calcium are generally healthy but are not related to blood glucose control.