A Patient Has Been Diagnosed with Mastalgia

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has been diagnosed with mastalgia. Mammogram results are negative. Which instructions should the nurse provide?. Select all that apply.

• A) "Wear a properly fitting bra."
• B) "Increase the amount of polyunsaturated fats in your diet."
• C) "Some women find that taking evening primrose oil helps reduce the symptoms of mastalgia."
• D) "Smoking cessation may help to reduce your symptoms."
• E) "Some women report that drinking hot tea or flavored coffee helps reduce their symptoms."

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