Information for women: management of menopausal symptoms.

PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To provide a written reference for women experiencing menopause-related symptoms.

DATA SOURCES

Professional and popular books and articles.

DATA SYNTHESIS

The process and symptoms of menopause are described in simple terms. Hormone replacement therapy is presented in terms of benefits and risks.

CONCLUSIONS

A booklet is an easy-to-produce, efficient strategy for addressing common patient concerns.

IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE

A written booklet can assist nurses in presenting the necessary information to women experiencing or at risk for experiencing symptoms of menopause and in counseling them about potential interventions.