A patient in the clinic asks the nurse about available contraceptives. Before responding, the nurse must assess: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. When menarche occurred.
2. How frequently the patient has intercourse.
3. Whether the patient has a history of thrombophlebitis.
4. What the patient's partner prefers.
5. Whether the patient is in a monogamous relationship.
2,3,5
Rationale 1: The patient's menarche is not a factor to consider when choosing a method of contraception
Rationale 2: A factor to consider when choosing a method of contraception is how frequently the patient has intercourse.
Rationale 3: A factor to consider when choosing a method of contraception is whether the patient has a history of thrombophlebitis or any other condition that would contraindicate use of it.
Rationale 4: The nurse should consider the patient's preferences, not those of the patient's partner.
Rationale 5: A factor to consider when choosing a method of contraception is whether the patient is in a monogamous relationship.
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