The nurse is teaching a patient on the use of a diaphragm for contraception. Which patient statement indicates that instruction has been not been effective?

A) "I need to use my finger to remove the diaphragm.".
B) "I should remove the diaphragm 6 hours after intercourse.".
C) "I should stop using a diaphragm if I get an infection of my cervix.".
D) "I need to have the diaphragm checked if my weight changes by 30 lb.".


D
Feedback:
The patient should be instructed to have the size of the diaphragm checked if weight changes by 15 lb. The patient does need to use the finger to remove the diaphragm. The diaphragm should be removed 6 hours after intercourse. The diaphragm should not be used if the patient is experiencing a cervical infection.

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