Basic Care and ComfortQuestion 1946 of 2368
Which teaching is appropriate for a client who has night sweats during menopause?
- Take black cohosh because it effectively treats vasomotor symptoms
- Keep the bedroom warm to prevent chills after sweating
- Use heavy bedding to absorb the sweat
- Wear cool pajamas and use a fan in the bedroom
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Correct answer: Wear cool pajamas and use a fan in the bedroom
Cool pajamas, a cold pack, a fan, and sips of cool water help. Research shows black cohosh does not effectively treat vasomotor symptoms.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive Concepts: Women. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Basic Care and Comfort"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026