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Question 1 of 5

After the nurse instructs a 20-year-old nulligravid client on how to perform a breast self-examination, which of the following client statements indicates that the teaching has been successful?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Breast self-examination should be performed about a week after the menstrual period begins, when breasts are least tender. Noticing nipple discharge is a concerning symptom that warrants contacting a healthcare provider, indicating successful teaching.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is teaching a group of women about fertility awareness methods of contraception. Which of the following would the nurse include as the most reliable indicator that ovulation has occurred?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A slight drop followed by a rise in basal body temperature is the most reliable indicator of ovulation, as it reflects the hormonal shift post-ovulation. Cervical mucus changes and mittelschmerz are less precise, and thick mucus typically occurs post-ovulation.

Question 3 of 5

A client asks about the side effects of oral contraceptives. Which of the following would the nurse include in the response?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Nausea and breast tenderness are common initial side effects of oral contraceptives, which often subside. Weight gain, not loss, may occur, hair loss is not typical, and oral contraceptives do not significantly reduce breast cancer risk.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is discussing sterilization options with a male client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A vasectomy does not decrease testosterone levels, as the testes continue to produce hormones. The other statements are correct, indicating a need for further teaching about hormonal effects.

Question 5 of 5

A client asks about the side effects of the contraceptive implant. Which of the following would the nurse include?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Irregular bleeding is a common side effect of the contraceptive implant, especially in the first year. It does not guarantee regular cycles, cause significant weight loss, or significantly increase ovarian cyst risk.

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