A woman who has a history of breast cancer has been experiencing hot flashes as she enters menopause. She is seeking information about how to manage these manifestations. What information can be provided to the client?
1. Estrogen is the only reliable method of treatment for the vasomotor manifestations being reported by the client.
2. Olive oil and black cohosh are effective in the management of hot flashes.
3. The client should be advised to simply wait until the process of menopause has finished toachieve comfort and relief from the hot flashes.
4. Soy and black cohosh can be used to manage the hot flashes associated with menopause.
4. Soy and black cohosh can be used to manage the hot flashes associated with menopause.
Rationale:
The hot flashes can be successfully managed with soy and black cohosh. Estrogen is not recommended for a client with a history of breast cancer. Olive oil is not used to manage the vasomotor symptoms being reported. Advising the client there are not means to manage the condition is not correct.
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