A nurse working with adolescents recognizes risk factors for pregnancy to include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply

Question

1. Low socioeconomic status.
2. A belief in invulnerability.
3. A highly functional family.
4. Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.
5. Accurate information about contraception.

Answer 1

1,2,4
Rationale 1: Low socioeconomic status contributes to, and is a cause of, teenage pregnancy.
Rationale 2: A belief in invulnerability contributes to the increased rate of adolescent pregnancy.
Rationale 3: Dysfunctional families are a risk factor for adolescent pregnancy.
Rationale 4: Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse increases the risk of teenage pregnancy.
Rationale 5: Teens with inadequate knowledge about contraception are more likely to become pregnant.