The nurse is teaching an adolescent with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) dietary measures to relieve the symptoms of PMS. What should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
a. Limit salt in the diet.
b. Limit legumes in the diet.
c. Include red meat in the diet.
d. Include whole grains in the diet.
e. Limit consumption of refined sugar.
ANS: A, D, E
Dietary treatment for PMS includes limiting consumption of refined sugar, salt, red meat, alcohol, and caffeinated beverages. Women can be encouraged to include whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, vegetables, fruits, and vegetable oils in their diet.
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