Which patient is not a good candidate for Depo-Provera (DMPA)?
1. One who wishes to get pregnant within three months
2. One who wishes to breastfeed
3. One with a vaginal prolapse
4. One who weighs 200 pounds
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Return of fertility after the use of Depo-Provera takes an average of nine months.
Rationale 2: Studies have proven there is no harm to a breastfed baby when a woman uses Depo-Provera.
Rationale 3: There is no correlation between a vaginal prolapse and use of Depo-Provera.
Rationale 4: There is no correlation between one's weight and use of Depo-Provera.
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