A female client who is 36 years old, weighs 200 pounds, is monogamous, and does not smoke desires birth control. The nurse understands that which contraceptive method is inappropriate for this client?
1. Intrauterine device
2. Vaginal sponge
3. Combined oral contraceptives
4. Transdermal hormonal contraception
4
Explanation: 4. Transdermal hormonal contraception is contraindicated because of the client's obesity.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word