Which of the following people would be the best candidate for use of an intrauterine device (IUD)?
a. A woman in a mutually monogamous, stable relationship
b. A single woman who is actively dating
c. A woman who cannot afford oral contraceptives
d. A woman with a prior history of pelvic inflammatory disease
ANS: A
The IUD is most appropriate as a safe and effective contraceptive for the population of women who are in a mutually monogamous, stable relationship and who are not at high risk for infection.
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The hepatitis B vaccination is given:
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What will be an ideal response?