A Client with a History of Breast Cancer Who Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

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.

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Definitions:

Mitosis

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