The nurse is planning expected outcomes for a female patient who will be celebrating her 40th birthday in a few months. Which outcome would be appropriate for this patient?
A) Patient will follow safer sex practices.
B) Patient will explain the process of reproduction.
C) Patient will perform breast self-examination every 2 months.
D) Patient will schedule a mammogram shortly after 40th birthday.
D
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To help patients better understand reproductive functioning and sexual health throughout their life, an expected outcome might include encouraging women over 40 to have mammograms. The process of reproduction would be appropriate for younger patients. Teaching on safer sex practices would be appropriate for an adolescent. Breast self-examinations should be conducted every month.
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