Practice Question
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who has a new prescription for a combined oral contraceptive (COC). The nurse recognizes that which of the following client medications can interfere with the effectiveness of the COC?
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Correct Answer:
Antivirals.
Rationale:
🟥Certain antiviral medications, particularly those used for HIV and hepatitis, can decrease the effectiveness of combined oral contraceptives (COCs).
🟥This occurs because some antivirals induce hepatic enzymes, which accelerate the metabolism of contraceptive hormones, reducing contraceptive protection.
🟥Clients taking these drugs are at risk of unintended pregnancy if not counseled about alternative or backup contraception.
🟥Nursing teaching must include the importance of discussing all current medications with the provider before initiating COCs.
🟥The focus is on maintaining safe and effective family planning tailored to the client’s overall health status.
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This question is from Custom ATI Quiz 1 ASN PM sep 2025 which contains 31 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4