The nurse is teaching a contraceptive class to a group of college students. Which of the following responses by a student best demonstrates understanding of the use of oral contraception? "
Oral contraceptives should be avoided by women who
a. do not have monogamous relationships."
b. have given birth."
c. have had an IUD in the past."
d. smoke heavily."
ANS: D
Women who smoke are at a higher risk for thrombotic events if they use oral contraceptives.
Women who are in a monogamous relationship, have given birth, or have had an IUD in the past can take oral contraceptives.
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