A 44-year-old woman has sought care for the treatment of headaches that have been increasing in severity and frequency and has been subsequently diagnosed with migraines
Which of the following teaching points should her care provider emphasize?
A) "Weight loss and exercise are very important components of your treatment."
B) "Stopping all of your current medications, even temporarily, should provide some relief."
C) "It would be helpful for you to take control of your diet, sleep schedule, and stress levels."
D) "Your headaches are likely a result of a nerve disorder and, unfortunately, cannot be treated successfully."
Ans: C
Feedback:
Migraines may be precipitated by certain foods as well as stress and lack of sleep. Obesity and sedentary lifestyle are not thought to be risk factors. Migraines are not believed to result from a nerve disorder, and treatment is often difficult, but positive. It would be inappropriate and ineffective to recommend the cessation of all the client's drugs.
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