Asked by Jazmen Lucas on Jul 04, 2024

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A married couple has come to the clinic seeking advice on pregnancy. They have been trying to conceive for 4 months and have not been successful. What should the nurse do first?

A) Ascertain whether either of them has been using broad-spectrum antibiotics.
B) Explain that couples are considered infertile after 1 year of unprotected intercourse.
C) Immediately refer the woman to an expert in pelvic inflammatory disease-the most common cause of infertility.
D) Explain that couples are considered infertile after 3 months of engaging in unprotected intercourse and that they will need a referral to a fertility expert.

Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics

Antibiotics that are effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

An infection of the female reproductive organs, often caused by sexually transmitted bacteria, leading to symptoms such as pelvic pain.

Infertile

refers to the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse.

  • Discern and comprehend the usual and unusual changes linked to the reproductive health of females through the course of their lifespan.
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Sourav KumarJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Infertility is considered after 1 year of engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse without conceiving. The other actions are not appropriate.