A client calls the clinic and tells the nurse that she has missed taking several of her contraceptive pills during the current cycle. What is the best instruction for the nurse to give the client?
A. "Please come into the clinic immediately to have a pregnancy test done."
B. "You might consider another form of birth control if you keep missing your pills."
C. "If you have missed fewer than three of your pills, you do not need to worry."
D. "You should use an alternative form of birth control for the rest of this cycle."
Answer: D
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a. "Take your digoxin at the same time every day." b. "You should begin an aerobic exercise program." c. "You should report episodes of dizziness or fainting." d. "You may have only two alcoholic drinks daily."
After completing the initial assessment, the nurse is able to identify the client's teaching needs as well as the support system in the home environment
The main reason that education is a common intervention in the home care setting is related to: A) The fact that teaching someone who is willing to learn is easier in the home. B) Lack of knowledge related to health conditions and self-care. C) The fact that there is little time to complete education in the acute care setting. D) The need for reimbursement for education by Medicare.