Concerning the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs), nurses should ...

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Concerning the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs), nurses should be aware that:
 
  1. return to fertility can take several weeks after the device is removed.
  2. IUDs containing copper can provide an emergency contraception option if in-serted within a few days of unprotected intercourse.
  3. IUDs offer the same protection against sexually transmitted infections as the di-aphragm.
  4. consent forms are not needed for IUD insertion.

Question 2

Concerning emergency contraception, nurses should be aware that:
 
  1. emergency contraception pills should be readily available during the initial learning phase when a woman is using a new method of contraception.
  2. emergency contraception pills must be taken no later than 48 hours after unpro-tected intercourse or birth control mishap.
  3. emergency contraception pills protect the woman against pregnancy even if she engages in unprotected intercourse in the days following treatment.
  4. there are no medical contraindications for emergency contraception.

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Incorrect. Return to fertility is immediate after the IUD is removed.
2. Correct. The woman has up to 8 days to insert the IUD after unprotected sex.
3. Incorrect. IUDs offer no protection for sexually transmitted infections.
4. Incorrect. A consent form is needed for insertion, as well as a negative pregnancy test.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Correct. A backup method of birth control is also a good idea for beginners.
2. Incorrect. The woman has up to 120 hours to take the emergency contraception pills.
3. Incorrect. Emergency contraception pills do not protect against pregnancy from subse-quent unprotected intercourse.
4. Incorrect. Emergency contraception pills are contraindicated during pregnancy and if there is undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding.

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