Evolve Maternal exam 1 review questions with correct answers

An effective relief measure for primary dysmenorrhea would be to: A. reduce physical activity level until menstruation ceases. B. begin taking prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors on the first day of the menstrual flow. C. decrease intake of salt and refined sugar about 1 week before menstruation is about to occur. D. use barrier methods rather than the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) for birth control. CORRECT ANSWERC Staying active is helpful since it facilitates menstrual flow and increases vasodilation to reduce ischemia. Prostaglandin inhibitors should be started a few days before the onset of menstruation. Decreasing intake of salt and refined sugar can reduce fluid retention. OCPs are beneficial in relieving primary dysmenorrhea as a result of inhibition of ovulation and prostaglandin synthesis. What symptom described by a woman is characteristic of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? A. "I feel irritable and moody a week before my period is supposed to start." B. "I have lower abdominal pain beginning the third day of my menstrual period." C. "I have nausea and headaches after my period starts, and they last 2 to 3 days." D. "I have abdominal bloating and breast pain after a couple days of my period." CORRECT ANSWERA