A client experiencing menopause voices an interest in using ...

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A client experiencing menopause voices an interest in using alternative and complementary therapies to manage symptoms. What initial response by the nurse is indicated?
 
  A) What types of therapies are of interest to you?
  B) Those seldom work.
  C) Have you discussed this with your physician?
  D) Many women report success with these measures.

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating care provided to a client experiencing menopause. Which observation indicates that the client is successfully managing menopausal symptoms?
 
  A) Weight loss of 5 pounds in 4 months after starting an exercise program at the local gym
  B) Client's stated desire to stay at home and limit social activities
  C) Weight gain of 10 pounds in 3 months
  D) Client's stated loss of interest in recreational activities

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Alternative and complementary therapies are used by many women to manage the manifestations associated with menopause. The nurse has a responsibility to collect data from the client. The nurse will need to determine which types of therapies are of interest to the client. The success of these remedies varies by user. It is inappropriate for the nurse to meet the client's request with negativity. Clients using alternative therapies are asked to report them to their physicians. This is not, however, the initial step for this scenario.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

Evidence of successful outcomes for a client with menopause include: demonstrating a positive sense of self as evidenced by stable weight; participation in a regular exercise program; ability to manage stress; verbalizing feelings related to changes that have occurred; and describing strategies for maintaining health. A weight loss of 5 pounds in 4 months after starting an exercise program is evidence of successful management of menopause. The other observations are not evidence of successful management of menopause.