An intrauterine device has been inserted into a client as a requested birth control method. Which of the following is an advantage of intrauterine devices (IUDs)?
A) Decreased incidence of tubal pregnancies
B) Decreased incidence of pelvic inflammatory disease
C) Continuous protection without client's active participation
D) Protection against sexually transmitted infections
C
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IUDs provide continuous protection without the need for the client's active participation. IUDs give no protection against sexually transmitted infections, and may cause an increased incidence of pelvic inflammatory disease and tubal pregnancies.
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