Three million unintended pregnancies occur each year in the United States. A Healthy People 2020 goal is to increase the number of intended pregnancies to 70%. Is this statement true or false?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A Healthy People 2020 goal is to increase the number of pregnancies that are intended to
56% from a baseline of 51%. Unintended pregnancies are those that are unwanted or occur
in women who want to become pregnant, but not until a later date. These pregnancies may
result in economic hardship, health problems, or interference with educational or career
plans. Many of these occur in women who are using contraceptives incorrectly. The nurse
plays a vital role as counselor and educator.
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