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Contraception Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is taking oral contraceptives and asks whether they will still be effective if she has diarrhea. What should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diarrhea can reduce the absorption of oral contraceptives, potentially making them less effective. Choice A is incorrect because food does not always affect oral contraceptive absorption. Choice C is incorrect because there is no need to stop the contraceptives, but additional methods may be recommended during diarrhea. Choice D is incorrect because diarrhea does not increase the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement by the client would alert the nurse that she should not take oral contraceptives?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cigarette smoking, particularly in women over the age of 35, is a significant risk factor when using oral contraceptives due to the increased risk of blood clots. Choice A is incorrect as moderate alcohol consumption does not directly contraindicate oral contraceptive use. Choice B, being overweight, may increase the risk of side effects, but it does not necessarily contraindicate oral contraceptives. Choice D is unrelated to oral contraceptive use and does not provide relevant information.
Question 3 of 5
One goal of Healthy People 2030 is to improve pregnancy planning and prevent unintended pregnancy. What is a negative outcome related to unintended pregnancy that is related to this HP goal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Depression and anxiety are negative outcomes related to unintended pregnancy that align with the goal of improving pregnancy planning and preventing unintended pregnancies in Healthy People 2030. Unintended pregnancies can lead to increased stress and mental health issues for individuals who may not have been prepared or ready for a pregnancy. This can result in higher levels of depression and anxiety, impacting both the individual's well-being and potentially their relationships and overall quality of life. By focusing on improving pregnancy planning and preventing unintended pregnancy, Healthy People 2030 aims to reduce these negative outcomes and promote better mental health outcomes for individuals and families.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse assesses a patient for medical eligibility for contraceptive use. What is the meaning of an MEC score of 1?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In the context of medical eligibility for contraceptive use, an MEC (Medical Eligibility Criteria) score of 1 indicates that there are no restrictions for using the particular contraceptive method. A score of 1 suggests that the advantages of using the contraceptive method outweigh any potential risks, making it a safe and recommended choice for the patient. Therefore, a patient with an MEC score of 1 can use the contraceptive method without any concerns regarding health risks or restrictions.
Question 5 of 5
When evaluating cervical mucus, what is the quality of spinnbarkeit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The quality of spinnbarkeit refers to the elasticity of cervical mucus. Spinnbarkeit is a term used to describe the stretchability or stretchy quality of cervical mucus during ovulation. This elasticity is an important characteristic as it indicates the fertile window for a woman trying to conceive. High levels of spinnbarkeit allow for easier passage and survival of sperm, increasing the chances of conception. The other choices (B. amount, C. clarity, D. color) do not specifically refer to the stretchability or elasticity of cervical mucus, which is what is assessed when evaluating spinnbarkeit.