A client who is older than 35 years may have difficulty achieving pregnancy because:
a. prepregnancy medical attention is lacking.
b. personal risk behaviors influence fertility.
c. she has used contraceptives for an extended time.
d. her ovaries may be affected by the aging process.
ANS: D
Once the mature woman decides to conceive, a delay in becoming pregnant may occur because of the normal aging of the ovaries. Prepregnancy medical care is available and encouraged. The older adult participates in fewer risk behaviors than the younger adult. The problem is the age of the ovaries, not the past use of contraceptives.
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