The nurse teaches a group of young women that self-care measures for dysmenorrhea include which of the following actions? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Taking vitamins B and E
2. Decreasing salt intake
3. Using cold packs as needed
4. Using intermittent exercise
5. Taking FSH replacement
1, 2
Explanation: 1. Some nutritionists suggest that vitamins B and E help relieve the discomforts associated with menstruation.
2. Self-care measures such as regular exercise, rest, application of heat, and good nutrition—including reducing salt—will help dysmenorrhea symptoms.
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