Oral Contraceptive

Question 1 of 10

A nurse is working with a young couple who is using the calendar method of tracking fertility as a form of birth control. The nurse would counsel this couple that which of the following are disadvantages of using this method as birth control? Select all that apply.

It prevents the couple from having sex for at least a week every month

It has the least protection against pregnancy

It requires knowledge of ovulation every month

It can be costly to continue to practice

It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections

Question 2 of 10

A 33-year-old client is talking to the nurse about infertility treatments. The client has been prescribed clomiphene to assist with ovulation in order to increase the chances of pregnancy. Which information should the nurse provide to the client about potential complications of this drug?

There is an increased risk that the mother will have pre-eclampsia after taking Clomid

The client is more likely to have multiple pregnancy after taking Clomid

There is an increased risk of infant stillbirth when the mother has taken Clomid

Postpartum complications are much more common after taking Clomid

Question 3 of 10

A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a client undergoing a vasectomy. Which statement by the client would indicate teaching has been understood?

“The vasectomy will make me sterile so there is no need for protection”

“ I will always be sterile after this procedure”

“I should be able to return to normal activity in 3 days after the procedure”

“I’ll have to take a month off of work for a vasectomy.”

Question 4 of 10

A nurse is helping a client who just had an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted as a form of contraception. The nurse is teaching the client about side effects of the IUD. Which of the following information should the nurse give?

If the client becomes pregnant while the IUD is in place, she has a greater risk of having an ectopic pregnancy

A string check that shows the end of the IUD string outside of the vagina means the IUD is in the proper place

The sharp cramping that occurred with insertion should resolve within 4 weeks

The client may not experience a menstrual period for 3 months following insertion

Question 5 of 10

An unmarried young woman describes her sex life as “active”. She has multiple partners and wants a reliable contraceptive method. She has heard about an intrauterine device and asks the nurse if it will work for her. The nurse’s most appropriate response is:

“This contraceptive puts you at a higher risk of pelvic inflammatory disease.”

“The intrauterine device can interfere with sex.”

“The intrauterine device will increase the chances of pregnancy.”

“The intrauterine device can offer you protection from sexually transmitted infections and is a good option.”

Question 6 of 10

A 30-year-old female client has been diagnosed with infertility as a result of polycystic ovary syndrome. The client and her husband have been trying to become pregnant for over a year. The provider prescribes clomiphene citrate. Which of the following best describes how this drug can help to achieve pregnancy?

Clomiphene opens blocked fallopian tubes that may be closed by scarring

Clomiphene stimulates ovulation when a woman does not ovulate with PCOS

Clomiphene increases the lining of the uterus to support the growth of a fertilized egg

Clomiphene enhances the cervical environment to allow sperm to enter the uterus

Question 7 of 10

A nurse is teaching a client interested in utilizing a diaphragm as a form of contraception. What education topics should be included? Select all that apply.

The diaphragm should be left in place for 6 hours after intercourse

Douching is necessary to clean sperm out after intercourse

You can continue to use the same diaphragm even if you gain or lose weight

This will offer protection from STIs

The diaphragm should be washed with soap and water after each use

Question 8 of 10

The nurse is educating an adolescent female client with a new prescription for Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestrel. Which of the following is an appropriate point to include? Select all that apply.

This replaces the need for condoms

This medication can cause gynecomastia

Headaches are a common side effect

Take the pill everyday at the same time

Do not smoke

Question 9 of 10

Which of the following is considered a form of fertility awareness and a form of contraception used in natural family planning?

Barrier technique

Implant

Standard days

Triphasic

Question 10 of 10

A nurse is talking to a client who takes oral birth control pills as a form of contraception. The client is a smoker and the nurse reminds her that she should not smoke while taking these medications. Which best describes the rationale for this?

Smoking decreases the effectiveness of the contraceptive

Smoking will cause a miscarriage if the client does become pregnant

Smoking can cause high cholesterol in the client who takes oral contraceptives

Smoking increases the risk of blood clots in this client

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