Which statement by a client diagnosed with premenstrual syndrome indicates that further health teaching is needed?
A) "I will not eat chips or pickles."
B) "I'll eat only three meals per day."
C) "Drinking alcohol makes me more depressed."
D) "Coffee and chocolate can make me more irritable and nervous."

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The client should be encouraged to eat six small meals a day to decrease the risk of hypoglycemia. Less intake of salty foods helps decrease fluid retention. Alcohol consumption aggravates depression. Caffeine consumption increases irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and nervousness.

Which Statement by a Client Diagnosed with Premenstrual Syndrome Indicates