A patient asks about the effectiveness of various birth control ...

[mpobi80]

A patient asks about the effectiveness of various birth control methods. The nurse should inform her that the most effective methods are what? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Intrauterine devices (IUDs)
  b. Spermicides
  c. Intramuscular medroxyprogesterone ace-tate
  d. Etonogestrel subdermal implants
  e. Male or female sterilization

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a patient who will begin taking verapamil Calan for hypertension about the drug's side effects. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I may become constipated, so I should increase fluids and fiber.
  b. I may experience a rapid heart rate as a result of taking this drug.
  c. I may have swelling of my hands and feet, but this will subside.
  d. I may need to increase my digoxin dose while taking this drug.

[chreslie]

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, E
The most effective methods of birth control are IUDs, intramuscular medroxyprogesterone ace-tate Depo-Provera, implants, and sterilization. Spermicides are not one of the most effective methods of birth control.

Answer to Question 2

A
Constipation is common with verapamil and can be minimized by increasing dietary fiber and fluids. Verapamil lowers the heart rate. Peripheral edema may occur secondary to vasodilation, and patients should notify their prescriber if this occurs, because the prescriber may use diuretics to treat the condition. Verapamil and digoxin have similar cardiac effects; also, verapamil may increase plasma levels of digoxin by as much as 60, so digoxin doses may need to be reduced.

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