A client has been prescribed NuvaRing. What medication education should the nurse provide to this client?
1. "This ring should be inserted into your uterus."
2. "Once inserted, this ring will provide contraception for 6 months."
3. "You should expect to replace the ring every 3 weeks."
4. Contraceptive protection is provided for 3 weeks.
5. The ring uses estrogen and progestin to provide contraception.
Correct Answer: 4,5
Rationale 1: The ring is inserted into the vagina.
Rationale 2: The ring provides 3 weeks of contraception.
Rationale 3: The ring is worn for 3 weeks, removed for 1 week, and replaced at the beginning of the 4th week.
Rationale 4: Contraceptive protection is provided for 3 weeks.
Rationale 5: The active ingredients of NuvaRing are estrogen and progestin.
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