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dollx

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What will the nurse advise when a woman asks what she can do to reduce the discomfort of hot flashes?
 
  a. Aerobic exercise helps control hot flashes.
  b. Increase the amount of calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
  c. Dress in layers of cotton clothing.
  d. Drink plenty of fluids, particularly caffeinated beverages.

Question 2

What side effect would the nurse instruct a woman to look for when starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
 
  a. Fatigue
  b. Headache
  c. Weight loss
  d. Amenorrhea


Dunkey

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Cotton allows easier passage of air than synthetic fabrics. Layering allows the woman to take off or put on clothes when symptoms occur.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Patients initiating HRT are reminded to have regular follow-up care and report headaches, vision changes, symptoms of thrombophlebitis, and cardiac symptoms.


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