There is little consensus on the management of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). However,nurses can advise women on several self-help modalities that often result in symptom improvement. The nurse knows that health teaching has been effective when the client reports that she has adopted a number of lifestyle changes,including (choose all that apply):
A)Regular exercise.
B)Improved nutrition.
C)A daily glass of wine.
D)Smoking cessation.
E)Oil of evening primrose.

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These are accurate modalities that may provide significant symptom relief in 1 to 2 months. If there is no improvement after these changes have been made,the client may need to begin pharmacologic therapy. Women should decrease both their alcohol and caffeinated beverage consumption if they suffer from PMDD.

There Is Little Consensus on the Management of Premenstrual Dysphoric