The nurse is providing care to the 24-year-old patient in the OB/GYN clinic. The patient states that she thinks she may be pregnant because she has missed three menstrual cycles. The patient says, "This couldn't be happening at a worse time. I have been training heavily for a triathlon in 4 months." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The nurse's response should provide accurate information while also addressing the patient's concerns. Option A is the most appropriate because it acknowledges the patient's missed periods while also educating her on other potential causes, including the heavy athletic training she mentioned. It is important to provide correct information without making assumptions or judgments. Option B may come across as blaming the patient and could potentially cause her to feel guilty, which is not helpful. Option C is incorrect because it suggests an invasive procedure when a pregnancy test is a more appropriate first step. Option D is not the best choice because it does not provide specific information about missed periods or potential causes, and instead focuses on a different issue (nutrition).

The Nurse Is Providing Care to the 24-Year-Old Patient in the OB/GYN