The nurse is teaching an adolescent female about the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). What symptoms should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
a. Headaches
b. Fluid retention
c. Increased energy
d. Emotional changes
e. Premenstrual cravings
ANS: A, B, D, E
Symptoms of PMS include fluid retention (abdominal bloating, pelvic fullness, edema of the lower extremities, breast tenderness, and weight gain), behavioral or emotional changes (depression, crying spells, irritability, panic attacks, and impaired ability to concentrate), premenstrual cravings (sweets, salt, increased appetite, and food binges), headache, and backache. Fatigue rather than increased energy occurs.
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