Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is reviewing the provider's prescription in the adolescent's medical chartExhibit 1
History and Physical, Adolescent is sexually active with two current partners.
IUD in place, Reports not using condoms during sexual activity.
History of type 1 diabetes mellitus
Which of the following indicates whether the adolescent understands the teaching on requires further education?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Step-by-step rationale for why answer D is correct:
1. Choice D states, "As long as I keep my IUD, I don't need to use condoms." This statement indicates a misunderstanding as IUDs do not protect against sexually transmitted infections .
2. This statement shows a lack of understanding regarding the importance of using condoms to prevent STIs.
3. Therefore, selecting Choice D indicates that further education is required to clarify the misconception about the role of IUDs in STI prevention.
Summary:
- Choice A is correct as it indicates a misunderstanding about the necessity of taking medications regardless of symptoms.
- Choice B is correct as it states a potential consequence of untreated infections, showing understanding.
- Choice C is correct as it highlights a symptom that warrants immediate medical attention.
- Choice E is incorrect as it does not pertain to the understanding of contraception and STI prevention.
- Choices F and G are not applicable and can be disregarded.
1. Choice D states, "As long as I keep my IUD, I don't need to use condoms." This statement indicates a misunderstanding as IUDs do not protect against sexually transmitted infections .
2. This statement shows a lack of understanding regarding the importance of using condoms to prevent STIs.
3. Therefore, selecting Choice D indicates that further education is required to clarify the misconception about the role of IUDs in STI prevention.
Summary:
- Choice A is correct as it indicates a misunderstanding about the necessity of taking medications regardless of symptoms.
- Choice B is correct as it states a potential consequence of untreated infections, showing understanding.
- Choice C is correct as it highlights a symptom that warrants immediate medical attention.
- Choice E is incorrect as it does not pertain to the understanding of contraception and STI prevention.
- Choices F and G are not applicable and can be disregarded.