During a follow-up wellness visit, the nurse determines that a female client is experiencing favorable outcomes after starting combined oral contraceptives. What data did the nurse use to determine this?
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Combined oral contraceptives are known to reduce menstrual flow, decrease the frequency and severity of menstrual cramps, prevent ovulation (thus eliminating ovulation pain), and regulate menstrual cycles to a predictable pattern, often around 28 days. These outcomes are considered favorable for individuals using these contraceptives for contraception and/or menstrual management. Reduced appetite is not a commonly recognized positive outcome of using combined oral contraceptives and is not typically used to measure their effectiveness or favorable outcomes.

During a Follow-Up Wellness Visit, the Nurse Determines That a Female