Asked by Rebecca Dooley on May 29, 2024

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A period of intense warmth, flushing, and perspiration often found in menopausal women is called

A) a power surge.
B) a hot flash.
C) perimenopause.
D) osteoporosis.

Hot Flash

An effect of menopause consisting of a period of intense warmth, flushing, and perspiration, typically lasting 1–2 minutes.

Perimenopause

describes the transitional phase leading up to menopause, characterized by changes in menstrual cycle, hormone levels, and onset of menopausal symptoms.

Power Surge

A sudden and significant increase in power, strength, or energy, often used metaphorically to describe personal empowerment.

  • Recognize the physiological and mental impacts of menopause on women.
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Katherine Ann MohlerJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The description given matches the symptoms of a hot flash, which is a common experience in menopausal women. A power surge and perimenopause are not recognized medical terms for this phenomenon, and osteoporosis is a separate condition related to bone density loss.