What is the primary nursing role when managing the care of a client approaching menopause?
a. Describing the changing physiology behind the process of menopause
b. Educating the client regarding the changes menopause will have on her sex life
c. Identifying the symptoms associated with the physical problems related to menopause
d. Discussing the pharmaceutically therapies that can help manage menopause
ANS: B
Older women who do not understand the physical changes that affect sexual activity become concerned that their sex life is approaching its natural conclusion with the onset of meno-pause. A major nursing role is to provide information about these changes, as well as appro-priate assessment and counseling within the context of the individual's needs. The remaining options do not have the primary impact that effective education has on the client's under-standing of the impact menopause will have.
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