This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A female client has been prescribed Micronor as an oral contraceptive. What is the best explanation ... (Read 29 times)

captainjonesify

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 543
A female client has been prescribed Micronor as an oral contraceptive. What is the best explanation by the nurse in terms of how this medication is used to prevent pregnancy?
 
  1. It produces a thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that prevents penetration by sperm.
  2. It terminates pregnancy.
  3. It increases ovulation.
  4. It prevents ovulation.

Question 2

Which client statement indicates a need for further instruction regarding oral contraceptives?
 
  1. I should stop smoking.
  2. If I miss a dose, I should take it as soon as I remember, or two the next day.
  3. I do not need to perform monthly breast exams while taking an oral contraceptive.
  4. If I miss two consecutive periods, I should contact my doctor.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

fromAlphatoOmega22

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 345
Answer to Question 1

1

Rationale 1: The progestin-only oral contraceptives prevent pregnancy primarily by producing a thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that prevents penetration by sperm.
Rationale 2:Progestin-only contraceptives do not terminate a pregnancy.
Rationale 3:Progestin-only contraceptives do not increase ovulation.
Rationale 4: Progestin-only contraceptives do not prevent ovulation.

Global Rationale: The progestin-only oral contraceptives prevent pregnancy primarily by producing a thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that prevents penetration by sperm. A thicker mucosal lining inhibits implantation of a fertilized egg.

Answer to Question 2

3

Rationale 1:The statement indicates client understanding.
Rationale 2:The statement indicates client understanding.
Rationale 3: The client should perform breast self-exams monthly and obtain routine mammograms as recommended by the healthcare provider.
Rationale 4:The statement indicates client understanding.

Global Rationale: The client should perform breast self-exams monthly and obtain routine mammograms as recommended by the healthcare provider.




captainjonesify

  • Member
  • Posts: 543
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


bitingbit

  • Member
  • Posts: 323
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

Did you know?

Atropine, along with scopolamine and hyoscyamine, is found in the Datura stramonium plant, which gives hallucinogenic effects and is also known as locoweed.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

Did you know?

Today, nearly 8 out of 10 pregnant women living with HIV (about 1.1 million), receive antiretrovirals.

Did you know?

The calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library