BOLC PHASE 1 MODULE G FINAL PAPER 2026
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ Oral contraceptive therapy has been prescribed for a client with a
history of seizures who is taking phenytoin. Which information
should the nurse provide to the client after reviewing the new
prescription?
a. an increased dosage of the oral contraceptive must be prescribed
because phenytoin reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
b. an increased dosage of the phenytoin must be prescribed because
phenytoin reduces the effectiveness of the oral contraceptive.
c. The primary health care provider will need to increase the dosage
of the phenytoin.
d. The effect of the phenytoin will be magnified while the client is
taking the oral contraceptive. Answer: a
◉ A nurse provides information to a female client about the use of a
diaphragm. Which statement by the client indicates a *need for
further information*?
a. "I need to use spermicidal cream with the diaphragm."
b. "I shouldn't leave the diaphragm in for more than 24 hours."
c. I have to insert the diaphragm immediately before intercourse."
d. "The diaphragm should stay in place for at least 6 hours after
intercourse." Answer: c
,◉ A client discussing family planning methods with the nurse tells
the nurse that she uses the calendar method because her menstrual
periods are a regular. Which information about the reliability of this
method should the nurse provide to the client?
a. It is unreliable
b. It is extremely reliable if menstrual periods are regular.
c. If it has prevented pregnancy so far, it is a reliable method.
d. It is very reliable if the basal body temperature method is also
used . Answer: a
◉ The family strongly influences what? Answer: the health
behaviors of its members, and the health status of each individual
influences how the family unit functions and its ability to achieve
goals.
◉ The nurse should identify what within the family? Answer: the
family structure and roles of the family members and assess family
dynamics to formulate a plan of care. Also need to recognize the
cultural and religious influences that affect family function.
◉ Until the young toddler feels secure in the affection of his or her
parents, then Answer: expecting the toddler to welcome a newborn
infant into the family is not realistic.
,◉ Older children often enjoy Answer: taking responsibility for the
care of a younger sibling.
◉ Adolescents are more likely to Answer: take risks with sexual
activity because they believe that the chance of becoming pregnant
is small.
◉ Several factors contribute to the choice of birth control? Answer:
the need or desire for contraception, personal preference, cultural
and religious beliefs and practices, effectiveness, and safety should
all be considered.
◉ The nurse must identify what for families discussing
contraception? Answer: the expected outcomes for family planning
and discuss the contraindications for the chosen method of
contraception.
◉ Oral contraceptives are contraindicated in women with what?
Answer: a history of thrombophlebitis, thromboembolitic disorders,
stroke, or coronary artery disease; other risk factors for thrombosis;
known or suspected breast carcinoma; benign or malignant liver
tumors; undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding. Oral contraceptives
are also contraindicated in pregnant women.
◉ Oral contraceptives should be used with caution by women with
what? Answer: diabetes, smokers, women who have risk factors for
, cardiovascular disease (e.g. hypertension, obesity,
hypercholesterolemia), and women anticipating elective surgery in
which postoperative thrombosis might be expected.
◉ Most condoms are made from Answer: latex, which is
impermeable to bacteria and viruses; in addition to protecting
against pregnancy, latex condoms protect against STIs.
◉ Polyurethane condoms also Answer: protect against STIs, but
condoms made from lamb intestines are permeable to viruses and
do not protect against STIs.
◉ Because of the risk of toxic shock syndrome Answer: a diaphragm
should not remain in place for more than 24 hours.
◉ Natural family planning methods involve Answer: the use of
physiological cues to predict ovulation; coitus is avoided when
conditions are favorable for fertilization
◉ Natural family planning methods are acceptable to Answer: most
religious groups because they do not involve the use of medications,
chemicals, or devices.
◉ The PCP performs a physical examination and give Marilyn a
prescription for an oral contraceptive. The nurse then provides
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ Oral contraceptive therapy has been prescribed for a client with a
history of seizures who is taking phenytoin. Which information
should the nurse provide to the client after reviewing the new
prescription?
a. an increased dosage of the oral contraceptive must be prescribed
because phenytoin reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
b. an increased dosage of the phenytoin must be prescribed because
phenytoin reduces the effectiveness of the oral contraceptive.
c. The primary health care provider will need to increase the dosage
of the phenytoin.
d. The effect of the phenytoin will be magnified while the client is
taking the oral contraceptive. Answer: a
◉ A nurse provides information to a female client about the use of a
diaphragm. Which statement by the client indicates a *need for
further information*?
a. "I need to use spermicidal cream with the diaphragm."
b. "I shouldn't leave the diaphragm in for more than 24 hours."
c. I have to insert the diaphragm immediately before intercourse."
d. "The diaphragm should stay in place for at least 6 hours after
intercourse." Answer: c
,◉ A client discussing family planning methods with the nurse tells
the nurse that she uses the calendar method because her menstrual
periods are a regular. Which information about the reliability of this
method should the nurse provide to the client?
a. It is unreliable
b. It is extremely reliable if menstrual periods are regular.
c. If it has prevented pregnancy so far, it is a reliable method.
d. It is very reliable if the basal body temperature method is also
used . Answer: a
◉ The family strongly influences what? Answer: the health
behaviors of its members, and the health status of each individual
influences how the family unit functions and its ability to achieve
goals.
◉ The nurse should identify what within the family? Answer: the
family structure and roles of the family members and assess family
dynamics to formulate a plan of care. Also need to recognize the
cultural and religious influences that affect family function.
◉ Until the young toddler feels secure in the affection of his or her
parents, then Answer: expecting the toddler to welcome a newborn
infant into the family is not realistic.
,◉ Older children often enjoy Answer: taking responsibility for the
care of a younger sibling.
◉ Adolescents are more likely to Answer: take risks with sexual
activity because they believe that the chance of becoming pregnant
is small.
◉ Several factors contribute to the choice of birth control? Answer:
the need or desire for contraception, personal preference, cultural
and religious beliefs and practices, effectiveness, and safety should
all be considered.
◉ The nurse must identify what for families discussing
contraception? Answer: the expected outcomes for family planning
and discuss the contraindications for the chosen method of
contraception.
◉ Oral contraceptives are contraindicated in women with what?
Answer: a history of thrombophlebitis, thromboembolitic disorders,
stroke, or coronary artery disease; other risk factors for thrombosis;
known or suspected breast carcinoma; benign or malignant liver
tumors; undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding. Oral contraceptives
are also contraindicated in pregnant women.
◉ Oral contraceptives should be used with caution by women with
what? Answer: diabetes, smokers, women who have risk factors for
, cardiovascular disease (e.g. hypertension, obesity,
hypercholesterolemia), and women anticipating elective surgery in
which postoperative thrombosis might be expected.
◉ Most condoms are made from Answer: latex, which is
impermeable to bacteria and viruses; in addition to protecting
against pregnancy, latex condoms protect against STIs.
◉ Polyurethane condoms also Answer: protect against STIs, but
condoms made from lamb intestines are permeable to viruses and
do not protect against STIs.
◉ Because of the risk of toxic shock syndrome Answer: a diaphragm
should not remain in place for more than 24 hours.
◉ Natural family planning methods involve Answer: the use of
physiological cues to predict ovulation; coitus is avoided when
conditions are favorable for fertilization
◉ Natural family planning methods are acceptable to Answer: most
religious groups because they do not involve the use of medications,
chemicals, or devices.
◉ The PCP performs a physical examination and give Marilyn a
prescription for an oral contraceptive. The nurse then provides
