A patient has just purchased a 1-year supply of 28-day-cycle oral contraceptives. She tells the nurse she wishes she had planned things better, because she has calculated that her period will begin during her upcoming honeymoon
What will the nurse suggest? a. She should discard the inert pills and start a new pack during the honeymoon.
b. She should discontinue the oral contra-ceptives and use an alternative form of birth control.
c. She should discuss a prescription for an extended-cycle product with her provider.
d. She should discuss DMPA (De-po-Provera) injections in addition to the OC with her provider.
A
OC users can achieve an extended-cycle schedule by discarding the inert pills and beginning a new pack for up to four cycles. It is not necessary to discontinue OCs. Because this woman has already purchased a 1-year supply, using the 28-day-cycle product as described is appropriate. If this woman opts for a long-term product, she should discontinue the OC.
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