A 56-year-old female patient thinks she's "losing her mind" because of constant anxiety, flushing, inability to sleep, and headaches
The nurse would ask assessment questions based on which condition being the most likely cause of these symptoms? 1. Premenstrual syndrome
2. Menopause
3. Postmenopause
4. Dysmenorrhea
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Rationale 1: Manifestations of premenstrual syndrome occur 7 to 10 days prior to the start of the menstrual flow. In the United States, most women stop menstruating between 48 and 55 years of age. No information is given in the question to suggest that the woman is still menstruating.
Rationale 2: Vasomotor instability in menopause often results in hot flashes, palpitations, dizziness, and headaches. Other problems that result from vasomotor instability include insomnia, frequent awakening, and night sweats. The woman may experience irritability, anxiety, and depression as a result of these events.
Rationale 3: Postmenopause starts one year after the menstrual flow ceases. No information is given in the question about menstrual flow.
Rationale 4: These symptoms are not consistent with dysmenorrhea.
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