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Question 1 of 5

Which is a disadvantage of the progesterone-only contraception pill?

A. Side effects could be increased for persons who are underweight.

B. There could be a decrease in bone mineral density over time.

C. They may cause irregular bleeding and spotting.

D. Return to fertility after discontinuing the pill may take several months.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: There could be a decrease in bone mineral density over time.

Question 2 of 5

One goal of Healthy People 2030 is to improve pregnancy planning and prevent unintended pregnancy. What is a negative outcome related to unintended pregnancy that is related to this HP goal?

A. lost jobs related to inabilities to continue to work

B. depression and anxiety

C. increased BMI and unintentional weight gain

D. increased health-care costs in the United States

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: depression and anxiety

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is giving post-op teaching to a person after a surgical abortion. What education should be provided?

A. Report bleeding that is heavy, soaks more than two pads per hour for 2 hours.

B. You can resume vaginal coitus the next day.

C. You do not need to return to the clinic for follow-up.

D. You should use tampons if your bleeding is heavy.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Report bleeding that is heavy, soaks more than two pads per hour for 2 hours.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse assesses a patient for medical eligibility for contraceptive use. What is the meaning of an MEC score of 1?

A. There is no restriction for the use of the contraceptive method.

B. There is an unacceptable health risk if the contraceptive method is used.

C. There is a risk that outweighs the advantages of the contraceptive method.

D. There is an advantage of using a contraceptive method that outweighs any risk.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: There is no restriction for the use of the contraceptive method.

Question 5 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.

A. Buttocks

B. Leg

C. Breast

D. Arm

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Breast

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