The nurse is providing instructions for a woman who has just had ...

[biggirl4568]

The nurse is providing instructions for a woman who has just had an intrauterine device inserted. What is essential for the nurse to teach the woman?
 
  1. To palpate her lower abdomen each month to check the patency of the device
  2. To remain on bed rest for 24 hours after insertion of the device
  3. To report any pain during intercourse to the physician
  4. To insert spermicidal jelly within 4 hours of every sexual encounter

Question 2

Recommendations for parents to help their teens avoid pregnancy include which of the following?
 
  1. Parents need to encourage frequent and steady dating.
  2. Parents need to let their children set their own goals for the future.
  3. Parents need to have their children taught about sex by school programs and community resources.
  4. Parents should be clear about their own sexual attitudes and values.

[heinisk01]

Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale 1: Palpating her lower abdomen is not the way to determine the patency of the device.
Rationale 2: There is no need for 24 hours of bed rest after insertion.
Rationale 3: The patient should report any pain during intercourse to the physician. This can be due to an infection.
Rationale 4: There is no need to use additional contraception with the IUD.

Answer to Question 2

4
Explanation: 4. This is true. Parents should be clear about their own sexual attitudes and values in order to communicate clearly with children.