During a physical examination a young patient asks for information about birth control. What information in the patient's history should the nurse use to guide teaching?

Question

Select all that apply.
1. multiple sex partners
2. no use of condoms
3. lives with grandmother
4. aged 15
5. allergic to penicillin

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
The patient should be educated on her risk factor of multiple sex partners. The incidence of STIs is highest from ages 15 to 24. Unprotected sexual contact as well as multiple sexual partners increases the incidence of STIs. That the patient is living with her grandmother and is allergic to penicillin will not help determine needed teaching.