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Contraception Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A young girl comes to the OB-GYN office to begin contraception. What is the most important information the nurse should find in the history before starting a contraceptive?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cramps that interfere with daily activities could indicate underlying issues that need to be addressed before starting contraception. This is a priority because it could suggest a need for further evaluation or treatment before prescribing a contraceptive method. Choice B is important but less critical than assessing the impact of menstrual symptoms on daily life. Choice C, while important for overall health, does not have a direct impact on contraception planning. Choice D is less useful in this context compared to understanding how menstrual symptoms affect daily functioning.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of birth control pills?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Birth control pills primarily work by preventing ovulation, thereby inhibiting the release of eggs for fertilization. Choice A is incorrect because birth control pills do not directly block sperm; they prevent ovulation. Choice C is partially correct but is not the main mechanism, as the primary function is to prevent ovulation. Choice D is incorrect because birth control pills do not alter the size of reproductive organs.
Question 3 of 5
A 35-year-old patient comes to the clinic 2 days after a tubal ligation. She complains of abdominal pain and swelling and redness at the surgical incision. What does the nurse know is a common complication of this procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infection is a common complication after tubal ligation, indicated by redness and swelling at the surgical site. Choice A is incorrect as ileus is a bowel obstruction, not typically a complication of tubal ligation. Choice B, liver enlargement, is unrelated to tubal ligation. Choice C, constipation, may be a side effect but is not a primary concern after this procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A 28-year-old patient has decided to use the patch contraception. The nurse is educating her on the best site to use. Where is the best place to put the patch? Select one that does not that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The best sites for applying the contraceptive patch are the buttocks, arm, and leg. These areas have sufficient fat and are away from areas that might rub off the patch. Choice B (Neck) is incorrect as the neck is not recommended for patch application due to the potential for irritation and the high blood flow area. Choice C (Breast) is not recommended because the breast tissue may affect the adhesion of the patch.
Question 5 of 5
A 30-year-old woman is considering the use of emergency contraception. Which of the following is true about its use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. Choice B is incorrect as it is not as effective after 5 days. Choice C is incorrect because emergency contraception works primarily by preventing ovulation, not by preventing implantation. Choice D is incorrect because most emergency contraception methods are available over the counter.