While interviewing a 31-year-old woman before her routine gynecologic examination, the nurse collects data about the woman's recent menstrual cycles. The nurse should collect additional information in regard to which statement?
A) The woman says her menstrual flow lasts 5 to 6 days.
B) She describes her flow as very heavy.
C) She reports that she has had a small amount of spotting midway between her periods for the past 2 months.
D) She says the length of her menstrual cycle varies from 26 to 29 days.

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Heavy menstrual flow could indicate a potential reproductive health concern such as fibroids or endometriosis. The nurse should ask additional questions and possibly refer the patient for further evaluation. The other statements are within normal range of menstrual variation and do not require additional information or intervention.

While Interviewing a 31-Year-Old Woman Before Her Routine Gynecologic Examination