A nurse is providing education to a patient about implantable progestin.

Which of the following statements made by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

The correct answer is choice B. It can decrease menstrual loss and dysmenorrhea.According to, progestin IUDs can make your periods lighter and less painful.

This is a benefit for women who have heavy or painful periods.

Choice A is wrong because it can prevent Asherman’s syndrome.

Asherman’s syndrome is a condition where scar tissue forms in the uterus, which can cause infertility or miscarriage.

Progestin IUDs do not prevent this condition.

Choice C is wrong because it can remain in the uterus for up to 10 years.

Progestin IUDs have different durations of effectiveness depending on the type and brand.For example, Liletta can last up to 8 years, Mirena up to 7 years, and Skyla/Kyleena up to 5 years.

Choice D is wrong because it can protect against sexually transmitted infections.

Progestin IUDs do not protect against STIs.

You should use condoms with new partners to prevent STIs

The correct answer is choice C) “No, you should avoid activities that could cause straining or trauma until healing occurs.” This is because a vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting and sealing the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the semen.It requires some time for recovery and healing, and strenuous activities like hunting could increase the risk of bleeding, infection, or reopening the incisions.

Choice A) “Yes, this activity level will be fine.” is wrong because it contradicts the medical advice to rest and avoid heavy lifting or exercise for at least a week after a vasectomy.

Choice B) “No, you should avoid sexual intercourse until your follow-up visit.” is wrong because it is too restrictive.Sexual intercourse can be resumed after a few days or when the pain and swelling subside, as long as contraception is used until the semen is confirmed to be sperm-free.

Choice D) “Yes, but you should wear tight-fitting underwear.” is wrong because it is not enough to prevent complications.Tight-fitting underwear can help support the scrotum and reduce discomfort, but it does not eliminate the need to avoid activities that could cause straining or trauma.