Question

A healthy 28-year-old female client who has a sedentary lifestyle and is a chain smoker is seeking information about contraception. The nurse informs this client of the various options available and the benefits and the risks of each. Which should the nurse recognize as contraindicated in the case of this client?

A. Oral contraceptives
B. Barrier methods
C. Hormonal implants
D. Intrauterine device (IUD)

Answer 1

Oral contraceptives are contraindicated for a sedentary, chain-smoking woman due to increased cardiovascular risks.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should recognize oral contraceptives as contraindicated for a healthy 28-year-old female client with a sedentary lifestyle and chain smoking habit. Oral contraceptives can increase the risk of cardiovascular complications, such as blood clots, stroke, and heart attack. These risks are especially concerning for individuals who smoke and have a sedentary lifestyle as they also increase the risk of cardiovascular problems. Therefore, the nurse should consider alternative contraception methods that are safer for this client.