The role of the nurse in family planning is to:
a. Advise couples on which contraceptive to use.
b. Educate couples on the various methods of contraception.
c. Decide on the best method for the couple.
d. Refer the couple to a reliable physician.
B
The nurse's role is to provide information to the couple so that they can make an informed decision about family planning.
The nurse's role is to educate, not to advise couples on which contraceptive to use.
The nurse's role is to educate, not to decide for the couple which is the best method.
The nurse can help the couple; they do not need to be sent to a physician.
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