use with a group of adolescent clients. Which of the
following statements by an adolescent requires
clarification?
A. "A water-soluble lubricant should be used with
condoms."
B. "Spermicide is applied once when using a
diaphragm."
C. "Oral contraceptives can improve a case of acne."
D. "A contraceptive patch is worn for a week."
1a
, B. CORRECT: Spermicide
should be applied with each
act of coitus.
1b
,2. A nurse is instructing a client who has been
prescribed oral contraceptives about danger
signs. The nurse evaluates that the client
understands the teaching regarding side effects
when she states the need to report
A. reduced menstrual flow or amenorrhea.
B. weight gain or breast tenderness.
C. chest pain or shortness of breath.
D. mild hypertension or headaches.
2a
, C. CORRECT: Chest pain or
shortness of breath may
indicate a pulmonary
embolus or myocardial
infarction.
2b