When teaching contraception,the nurse must be able to effectively communicate the nuances of conception.An ovum has the capacity to be fertilized for only 24 hours,whereas a sperm may remain fertile for up to 80 hours.Is this statement true or false?

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Most sperm survive for no more than 1 or 2 days,although a few will remain fertile in the female reproductive tract for up to 80 hours.Conception requires correct timing for fertilization to occur.This information is important whether the patient is seeking to become pregnant or prevent pregnancy.

When Teaching Contraception,the Nurse Must Be Able to Effectively Communicate