A client with a history of migraine headache has decided to augment drug therapy with lifestyle changes to prevent migraine attacks. Which information should the nurse include in teaching for this client?

Question

Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. "You should consider wearing sunglasses when in bright light."
2. "In some people, pickles will trigger migraines."
3. "Some people find it is helpful to drink hot coffee, tea, or chocolate when they first experience a migraine aura."
4. "Try drinking a glass of wine before bed each evening."
5. "Try to modify the way you deal with the stress in your life."

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,5
Rationale 1: Bright or flickering lights can be triggers for migraines.
Rationale 2: Pickled foods are migraine triggers in some people.
Rationale 3: Caffeine and chocolate can be migraine triggers.
Rationale 4: Alcohol can be a migraine trigger.
Rationale 5: Stress and heightened emotion can serve as migraine triggers.
Global Rationale: Bright or flickering lights can be triggers for migraines. Pickled foods are migraine triggers in some people. Alcohol can be a migraine trigger. Caffeine and chocolate can be migraine triggers. Stress and heightened emotion can serve as migraine triggers.