NCLEX-PN
Health Promotion and Maintenance NCLEX PN Questions Questions
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A 37-year-old female client asks the nurse about contraception options and expresses interest in oral contraception pills. Which of the following statements would indicate that oral contraception is appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is the statement mentioning a history of deep vein thrombosis five years ago. Oral contraceptives are generally not recommended for individuals with a history of deep vein thrombosis due to the increased risk of blood clots.
Choice B, about being diligent in taking thyroid medications, does not directly relate to the safety of using oral contraceptives.
Choice D, about a recent breast cancer diagnosis, would contraindicate the use of hormonal contraceptives.
Choice A, mentioning a recent return to smoking, raises concerns about using hormonal contraceptives due to the increased risk of cardiovascular complications.
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