Question

A medical assistant is assisting a provider with gynecological examination. The patient says, "any religious beliefs do not allow me to use contraception." The medical assistant shouldn't expect the provider to make what statement?

Answer 1

The medical provider should respect the patient's religious freedom and discuss alternative methods of family planning that align with the patient's beliefs.

Step-by-step explanation:

When the patient states that her religious beliefs do not allow her to use contraception, the medical assistant should not expect the provider to make a statement contradicting the patient's religious beliefs. The medical provider should respect the patient's religious freedom and discuss alternative methods of family planning that align with the patient's beliefs. The provider may educate the patient about natural family planning methods or other non-hormonal options that are in line with the patient's religious beliefs.