In the context of educating a group of postmenopausal women about hot flashes and night sweats, what would be the main cause the nurse would address?

Choice A rationale
While lying down can be part of the breast self-examination process, the arms should not be at the side. Instead, they should be raised above the head to spread the breast tissue evenly over the chest.
Choice B rationale
The finger pads of the three middle fingers are used to apply pressure to the breast during a self-exam. This allows for a thorough examination of the breast tissue for any lumps or abnormalities. This is the correct method for performing a breast self-examination.
Choice C rationale
Even if the breast feels fine, it is important to check under the arm. The lymph nodes located in this area can swell due to breast cancer.
Choice D rationale
While examining the breast, it is not necessary to work from left to right towards the ribs. The important thing is to cover the entire breast area, including the armpit.

Choice A rationale
Oral contraceptives are often used in the treatment of PCOS to restore menstrual regularity. They do this by regulating the hormonal imbalances that cause the irregular periods seen in PCOS678910.
Choice B rationale
While oral contraceptives can indirectly lead to ovulation in some women with PCOS by regulating their menstrual cycles, they are not typically used to directly induce ovulation. Other medications, such as clomiphene or letrozole, are more commonly used for this purpose.

Choice C rationale
While insulin resistance is a common feature of PCOS, oral contraceptives are not typically used to improve insulin uptake. Other medications, such as metformin, are more commonly used for this purpose.
Choice D rationale
While oral contraceptives can help alleviate hirsutism (excessive hair growth) in women with PCOS by reducing levels of circulating androgens, this is typically considered a secondary benefit rather than the primary rationale for their use.