You are working at a family planning clinic. One patient asks for oral contraceptives. You are aware that oral contraceptives are contraindicated for which patient?
A) Nonsmokers under age 35
B) Women over the age of 35
C) Women with diabetes
D) Smokers age 35 and over
Ans: D
Feedback: Women who smoke and who are 35 years or older should not take oral contraceptives because of an increased risk for heart problems. Therefore options A, B, and C are incorrect.
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