Which client statement indicates a need for further instruction regarding oral contraceptives?
1. "I should stop smoking."
2. "If I miss a dose, I should take it as soon as I remember, or two the next day."
3. "I do not need to perform monthly breast exams while taking an oral contraceptive."
4. "If I miss two consecutive periods, I should contact my doctor."
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: "I should stop smoking" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding.
Rationale 2: "If I miss a dose, I should take it as soon as I remember, or two the next day" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding.
Rationale 3: The client should perform breast self-exams monthly and obtain routine mammograms as recommended by the health care provider.
Rationale 4: "If I miss two consecutive periods, I should contact my doctor" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding.
Global Rationale: The client should perform breast self-exams monthly and obtain routine mammograms as recommended by the health care provider. "I should stop smoking" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding. "If I miss a dose, I should take it as soon as I remember, or two the next day" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding. If I miss two consecutive periods, I should contact my doctor" is incorrect because this statement indicates client understanding.
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