When a nurse is counseling a woman for primary dysmenorrhea, which non-pharmacologic intervention might be recommended?
a. Increasing the intake of red meat and simple carbohydrates
b. Reducing the intake of diuretic foods, such as peaches and asparagus
c. Temporarily substituting physical activity for a sedentary lifestyle
d. Using a heating pad on the abdomen to relieve cramping
D
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A Dietary changes such as eating less red meat may be recommended for women
experiencing dysmenorrhea.
B Increasing the intake of diuretics, including natural diuretics such as asparagus,
cranberry juice, peaches, parsley, and watermelon may help ease the symptoms
associated with dysmenorrhea.
C Exercise has been found to help relieve menstrual discomfort through increased
vasodilation and subsequent decreased ischemia.
D Heat minimizes cramping by increasing vasodilation and muscle relaxation and
minimizing uterine ischemia.
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