Question

a female client asks a nurse why it seems like their headaches are more severe and longer in duration than male friends who also have migraines. what is the best response by the nurse?
-there is no difference in how migraines affect males and females.
-hormones affect the severity of migraine headaches.
-the severity of migraines is usually related to genetics.
-people experience different symptoms with migraines.

Explanation:

Hormonal fluctuations in females can impact migraine severity. For example, estrogen changes around menstruation can trigger or worsen migraines.

Answer:

B. "Hormones affect the severity of migraine headaches."