Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse in a clinic is discussing contraceptive methods with a client. Which of the following methods should the nurse recommend as having the lowest failure rate?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) have a failure rate of less than 1%, significantly lower than other methods like sponges (12-24%), oral contraceptives (0.3-9%), or diaphragms (6-12%).