The nurse is documenting that a female client is menopausal because the client has not had a menstrual cycle in:
1. 6 months.
2. 9 months.
3. 12 months.
4. 15 months.
3
Women are considered menopausal if they have not had a menstrual cycle for 12 months. A perimenopausal state may exist prior to actual menopause.
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A) Mix the crushed tablet with a small amount of applesauce. B) Place the crushed tablet in the infant's formula. C) Mix the crushed tablet with the infant's cereal. D) Crushed tablets should only be mixed with water.
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