Health care facility for a routine physical examination

    A 41-year-old woman comes to the health care facility for a routine physical examination. “I guess I’ll be going through ‘the change’ soon,” she says. “I really dread this time. I’ve heard so many horror stories about how awful you feel. Maybe I should just plan to hide in a room by myself somewhere.” a. What areas would the nurse need to address with this client? b. How should the nurse respond to her?