A sexually active female adolescent asks the nurse about the contraceptive Depo-Provera. The nurse should explain that it:
a. requires injections every 3 months.
b. requires daily administration of medication by mouth.
c. provides long-term continuous protection, up to 5 years.
d. prevents pregnancy if given within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
ANS: A
The contraceptive Depo-Provera is administered by injection every 3 months. Oral contraceptives, not Depo-Provera, require daily administration of medication by mouth. Norplant, not Depo-Provera, provides long-term continuous protection for up to 5 years. Postcoital contraception, not Depo-Provera, prevents pregnancy if given within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
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