The nurse is planning a group session for parents who are beginning infertility evaluation. Which statement should be included in this session? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. "Infertility can be stressful for a marriage."
2. "The doctor will be able to tell why you have not conceived."
3. "Your insurance will pay for the infertility treatments."
4. "Keep communicating with one another through this process."
5. "Taking a vacation usually results in pregnancy."
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Rationale 1: Infertility is often stressful on a marriage, as a result of the need to schedule intercourse and pay for treatments, and the societal expectation to have children.
Rationale 2: Some infertility cannot be explained, despite extensive treatments.
Rationale 3: Insurance often does not pay for infertility treatment.
Rationale 4: Communication is important to help cope with stress. A nurse should always encourage patients to ask questions.
Rationale 5: A common myth is that taking a vacation or just relaxing will result in conception. This is not necessarily true.
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