Author Question: A newly married couple worried about fertility asks the nurse for counseling. They have been trying ... (Read 40 times)

arivle123 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A newly married couple worried about fertility asks the nurse for counseling. They have been trying to conceive for four months with no success.

The husband is 38 and the wife is 29. They had previously used combination oral contraceptives as a way to prevent pregnancy. What is the best advice for the nurse to give them?

A) They are not considered infertile until they have spent 12 months trying to conceive
B) They should seek fertility counseling
C) They should increase intercourse frequency to four times a week around the time of ovulation
D) They should undergo comprehensive diagnostic testing

Question 2

A patient is taking oral contraceptives and is experiencing manifestations. Which manifestation should the nurse report to the primary care provider?

A) Abdominal pain
B) Small amount of breakthrough bleeding
C) Light menstrual flow
D) Cramping during menses