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Nursing is the art and science that assists individuals and their families to reach levels of wellness through regaining, maintaining, or preserving one's health. The nurse places emphasis on the person's response to disease and maintenance of health. The nursing model includes biologic factors as well as psychological, social, and cultural concerns. The holistic valuing of mind, body, and spirit is evident when providing care to patients and families.
In the perimenopausal period, the woman begins noticing changes in her body that cause concerns for her well-being. The midlife woman seeks out health advice related to her experience.
The nurse/nurse practitioner can enhance delivery of care to midlife women by:
Because of the variability of when perimeno-pausal symptoms occur, midlife women often feel alone and lack opportunities to discuss their experiences. Through community education programs, the nurse/nurse practitioner offers opportunities for women to meet and discuss issues most relevant to their wellness:
With the focus on wellness and holism, the nurse/nurse practitioner can complement and enhance the services being offered to the menopausal woman.
