Study, 1984
What is premenstrual syndrome and how is it treated?
At least 25% of menstruating women experience PMS. Both non-medication approaches and medications can help manage the condition.
What they did
This was an overview of PMS, its occurrence, and approaches to recognition, evaluation, and management, including a nursing protocol for care.
What they found
At least 25% of all menstruating women experience PMS. Both non-medication and medication treatments are used. A nursing protocol was provided to guide recognition, evaluation, and management, including community-based care.
What it means for you
PMS is common, affecting at least one in four menstruating women. A structured approach with healthcare teams and multiple treatment options can help women manage symptoms. This is an overview rather than research testing a specific intervention.
25%
of menstruating women affected by PMS
About the study
- Original title
- Premenstrual syndrome. Its nature, evaluation, and management
- Authors
- Wilhelm-Hass E
- Journal
- JOGN nursing; journal of obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing
- Year
- 1984
- Study design
- Study
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1111/j.1552-6909.1984.tb01132.x
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