The teaching plan for a woman who wishes to use the female condom should include that it:
a. Covers the cervix and part of the perineum
b. Is more likely to tear than a male condom
c. Should be used with a male condom
d. Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
ANS: A
The female condom covers the cervix and part of the perineum. It is less likely to tear than a male condom and offers better protection against infection. It should not be used with a male condom.
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