Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client about the use of oral contraceptives. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Oral contraceptives should be taken at the same time daily for maximum effectiveness. They are taken continuously (including during menstruation for combination pills), one pill daily, and missing a dose requires specific instructions, not stopping entirely.