Which statement by a woman diagnosed with premenstrual syndrome indicates that further health teaching is needed?
a. "I will not eat chips or pickles."
b. "Coffee and chocolate can make me more irritable and nervous."
c. "Drinking alcohol makes me more depressed."
d. "I'll eat only three meals per day."
D
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A Less intake of salty foods helps decrease fluid retention.
B Caffeine consumption increases irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and nervousness.
C Alcohol consumption aggravates depression.
D The woman should be encouraged to eat six small meals a day to decrease risk of
hypoglycemia.
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