A 55-year-old female presents to the outpatient clinic describing irregular menstrual periods and hot flashes. What should the nurse explain?
a. Those symptoms are normal when a woman undergoes the climacteric.
b. An assessment is not really needed because these problems are normal for older women.
c. The patient's age and symptoms point toward normal menopause.
d. The patient should stop regular exercise because that is probably causing her symptoms.
ANS: C
The most significant physiological changes during middle age are menopause in women and the climacteric in men. The nurse should continue with the examination because a comprehensive assessment offers direction for health promotion recommendations, as well as for planning and implementing any acutely needed interventions. High self-esteem, a favorable body image, and a positive attitude toward physiological changes occur when adults engage in physical exercise, balanced diets, adequate sleep, and good hygiene practices that promote vigorous, healthy bodies.
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