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The nurse is evaluating the client's understanding of discharge instructions. Which statement indicates an understanding of migraine management?

a. "Foods that contain tyramine might trigger my headaches."
b. "I will keep a food and headache diary."
c. "I will place a cool cloth on my forehead when I experience a migraine."
d. "I will take the sumatriptan once every day."
e. "I should stay awake until my headache is gone."

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Final answer:

The correct responses that indicate understanding of migraine management are recognizing that tyramine-containing foods might trigger migraines and the importance of keeping a food and headache diary. Other statements either provide incomplete information or are inaccurate in the context of migraine management.

Step-by-step explanation:

A migraine is a severe type of headache characterized by the dilation of blood vessels in the head and can be triggered by various factors, including certain foods. Among the listed statements, a comprehensive understanding of migraine management would include avoiding potential food triggers, keeping a food and headache diary to identify personal triggers, and using appropriate migraine-specific treatments. Here are the correct interpretations:

  • "Foods that contain tyramine might trigger my headaches." - This shows an understanding that certain foods can be migraine triggers.
  • "I will keep a food and headache diary." - This is a good practice to identify what may be precipitating the migraines.
  • "I will place a cool cloth on my forehead when I experience a migraine." - While a cool cloth may provide temporary relief, it doesn't reflect a comprehensive understanding of migraine management.
  • "I will take the sumatriptan once every day." - Sumatriptan is typically used at the onset of a migraine and not taken daily unless specifically prescribed by a healthcare provider for daily prevention.
  • "I should stay awake until my headache is gone." - This idea doesn't have a basis in migraine management.

Statements (a) and (b) are indicative of a good understanding of migraine management, while statements (c), (d), and (e) have certain inaccuracies or do not fully reflect proper migraine management strategies.

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