POLIT AND BECK CANADIAN ESSENTIALS
OF NURSING RESEARCH FINAL PAPER
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
⩥ Barrier method. Answer: Oral contraceptives do not act as a barrier by
destroying sperm.
⩥ Intrauterine Device (IUD). Answer: A device that should be felt in the
vagina after insertion and confirmed every 4 weeks.
⩥ Diaphragm. Answer: A barrier method of contraception that must be
left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse.
⩥ Abstinence. Answer: The most effective choice of birth control for
preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, with 100%
effectiveness.
⩥ Basal Body Temperature. Answer: A woman's body temperature that
increases slightly, about 0.5° C, after ovulation.
⩥ Cervical Mucus. Answer: Changes to clear and slippery a few days
before ovulation to aid the passage of sperm.
,⩥ Natural Family Planning. Answer: A method that involves monitoring
cervical mucus changes to determine ovulation.
⩥ Premenstrual Syndrome. Answer: A condition that can be alleviated
by a diet rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber.
⩥ Osteoporosis Prevention. Answer: Includes dietary suggestions such
as consuming more dairy products and green, leafy vegetables.
⩥ Menopause. Answer: A woman is considered menopausal when her
menstrual periods have stopped for 1 year.
⩥ Perimenopause. Answer: Lowered estrogen levels increase low-
density lipoproteins, raising the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
⩥ Hormone Therapy (HT). Answer: Management for menopausal
symptoms that may have side effects such as fatigue and headache.
⩥ Cervical Mucus at Ovulation. Answer: Enhances the motility of
sperm, indicating readiness for fertilization.
, ⩥ Dietary Recommendations for PMS. Answer: Including complex
carbohydrates and fiber can help alleviate symptoms of premenstrual
syndrome.
⩥ Symptoms of Menopause. Answer: Include symptoms of decreased
estrogen, such as dyspareunia.
⩥ Effective Use of Diaphragm. Answer: It is effective for up to 48 hours
if positioned properly.
⩥ Cervical Mucus Changes. Answer: Cervical mucus becomes cloudy
and tacky before ovulation.
⩥ Ovulation Temperature. Answer: Typically measured at 37.0° C on the
day of ovulation.
⩥ Vaginal Lubrication. Answer: Cervical mucus provides lubrication
during intercourse.
⩥ Menstrual Flow After IUD Insertion. Answer: Menstrual flow will be
lighter after the insertion of an IUD.
⩥ IUD Change Frequency. Answer: The device should be changed every
2 years.
OF NURSING RESEARCH FINAL PAPER
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
⩥ Barrier method. Answer: Oral contraceptives do not act as a barrier by
destroying sperm.
⩥ Intrauterine Device (IUD). Answer: A device that should be felt in the
vagina after insertion and confirmed every 4 weeks.
⩥ Diaphragm. Answer: A barrier method of contraception that must be
left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse.
⩥ Abstinence. Answer: The most effective choice of birth control for
preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, with 100%
effectiveness.
⩥ Basal Body Temperature. Answer: A woman's body temperature that
increases slightly, about 0.5° C, after ovulation.
⩥ Cervical Mucus. Answer: Changes to clear and slippery a few days
before ovulation to aid the passage of sperm.
,⩥ Natural Family Planning. Answer: A method that involves monitoring
cervical mucus changes to determine ovulation.
⩥ Premenstrual Syndrome. Answer: A condition that can be alleviated
by a diet rich in complex carbohydrates and fiber.
⩥ Osteoporosis Prevention. Answer: Includes dietary suggestions such
as consuming more dairy products and green, leafy vegetables.
⩥ Menopause. Answer: A woman is considered menopausal when her
menstrual periods have stopped for 1 year.
⩥ Perimenopause. Answer: Lowered estrogen levels increase low-
density lipoproteins, raising the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
⩥ Hormone Therapy (HT). Answer: Management for menopausal
symptoms that may have side effects such as fatigue and headache.
⩥ Cervical Mucus at Ovulation. Answer: Enhances the motility of
sperm, indicating readiness for fertilization.
, ⩥ Dietary Recommendations for PMS. Answer: Including complex
carbohydrates and fiber can help alleviate symptoms of premenstrual
syndrome.
⩥ Symptoms of Menopause. Answer: Include symptoms of decreased
estrogen, such as dyspareunia.
⩥ Effective Use of Diaphragm. Answer: It is effective for up to 48 hours
if positioned properly.
⩥ Cervical Mucus Changes. Answer: Cervical mucus becomes cloudy
and tacky before ovulation.
⩥ Ovulation Temperature. Answer: Typically measured at 37.0° C on the
day of ovulation.
⩥ Vaginal Lubrication. Answer: Cervical mucus provides lubrication
during intercourse.
⩥ Menstrual Flow After IUD Insertion. Answer: Menstrual flow will be
lighter after the insertion of an IUD.
⩥ IUD Change Frequency. Answer: The device should be changed every
2 years.
