A school health nurse presents a program on preventing teen pregnancy to a group of parents.Following the presentation,which of the following comments by a parent would cause concern?

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Teens who are knowledgeable and want to be responsible often find it difficult to access birth control.Parents who do not talk about sexuality with their teens may find them more at risk for sexual permissiveness and pregnancy.Teens are often ignorant concerning sexuality and pregnancy and often very embarrassed to discuss such topics.Further,they often believe myths such as they cannot get pregnant the first time they have sex.The earlier their sexual debut,the less likely a birth control method will be used,because younger teens have less knowledge.Teens are more likely to be sexually active if their friends are sexually active.Confidential reproductive health care services may be available for teens,but problems are still associated with transportation,school absences,and costs of care.

A School Health Nurse Presents a Program on Preventing Teen