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sc00by25

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The nurse is caring for a patient who has migraine headaches. The patient reports having these headaches more frequently. Which is an appropriate recommendation for this patient?
 
  a. Avoid chocolate and caffeine.
  b. Engage in strenuous exercise.
  c. Have a glass of red wine with dinner.
  d. Take ibuprofen prophylactically.

Question 2

A patient reports having recurring headaches described as 1 to 2 headaches per day for several weeks. The nurse understands that these headaches are most likely descriptive of which type of headache?
 
  a. Cluster headache
  b. Migraine headache
  c. Simple headache
  d. Tension headache


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Triggering factors for migraine headache include foods such as chocolate, caffeine, and red wine. Intense physical exertion can trigger migraines. Prophylactic ibuprofen is not indicated.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Cluster headaches reoccur 1 to 3 times daily in a period lasting from approximately 2 weeks to 3 months. Migraine headaches are severe and characterized by an aura prior to the headache. Tension headaches are related to stress.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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