RN Exam Practice
Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 1327 of 2368

A client with fibrocystic breast changes asks how to reduce discomfort. Which statement by the client shows that teaching was effective?

  1. "I will increase my caffeine so the cysts shrink."
  2. "I will stop wearing a bra at night and during the day."
  3. "I will use nicotine patches to help with the pain."
  4. "I will cut back on caffeine and wear a supportive bra."
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Correct answer: "I will cut back on caffeine and wear a supportive bra."

Reducing caffeine and alcohol, avoiding nicotine and wearing a supportive bra are suggested strategies to ease discomfort.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive System Alterations: Fibrocystic Breast Changes. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Health Promotion and Maintenance"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026