Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
A client asks about the risks of long-term oral contraceptive use. Which of the following would the nurse include in the response?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Long-term use of oral contraceptives may increase the risk of blood clots, especially in smokers or those with other risk factors. It reduces ovarian cancer risk, does not cause permanent infertility, and weight changes vary.