A nurse is interviewing a woman who uses a diaphragm. Which information from the patient will require the nurse to follow up?
a. "I have lost 12 pounds on this diet."
b. "I use the diaphragm to prevent pregnancy."
c. "I use a contraceptive cream with my diaphragm."
d. "I know this provides a barrier over the cervical opening."
ANS: A
The woman needs to be refitted after a significant change in weight (10-pound gain or loss) or pregnancy. The diaphragm is a round, rubber dome that has a flexible spring around the edge. It is used with a contraceptive cream or jelly and is inserted in the vagina so it provides a contraceptive barrier over the cervical opening.
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