A client with a history of breast cancer who is entering menopause is seeking information about how to manage hot flashes. Which of information should the nurse provide to the client?

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A)Recent research suggests that soy is beneficial in reducing hot flashes during menopause; however, more evidence is needed before soy may be recommended as a treatment alternative. Estrogen is not the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes, as estrogen/progestin combinations and SERMs have also proven useful in symptom reduction. Black cohosh has been found to be ineffective in managing hot flashes. Advising the client to wait until menopause is complete is inappropriate.
B)Recent research suggests that soy is beneficial in reducing hot flashes during menopause; however, more evidence is needed before soy may be recommended as a treatment alternative. Estrogen is not the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes, as estrogen/progestin combinations and SERMs have also proven useful in symptom reduction. Black cohosh has been found to be ineffective in managing hot flashes. Advising the client to wait until menopause is complete is inappropriate.
C)Recent research suggests that soy is beneficial in reducing hot flashes during menopause; however, more evidence is needed before soy may be recommended as a treatment alternative. Estrogen is not the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes, as estrogen/progestin combinations and SERMs have also proven useful in symptom reduction. Black cohosh has been found to be ineffective in managing hot flashes. Advising the client to wait until menopause is complete is inappropriate.
D)Recent research suggests that soy is beneficial in reducing hot flashes during menopause; however, more evidence is needed before soy may be recommended as a treatment alternative. Estrogen is not the only reliable method of treatment for hot flashes, as estrogen/progestin combinations and SERMs have also proven useful in symptom reduction. Black cohosh has been found to be ineffective in managing hot flashes. Advising the client to wait until menopause is complete is inappropriate.

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