A woman, who missed two previous appointments, is now being seen for pelvic inflammatory disease secondary to a continued infection. Which of the following statements by the nurse would best address the current situation?

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Keeping appointments and completing all prescribed medications is important in preventing the development of pelvic inflammatory disease. The nurse should emphasize the importance of following through with treatment and attending all appointments to prevent the infection from becoming worse or leading to complications. A and B are also important aspects of managing the infection, but they are not directly related to addressing the patient's failure to attend appointments or complete treatment. C is not necessarily relevant to the situation at hand, as it pertains to medication management rather than preventing the spread or recurrence of the infection.

A Woman, Who Missed Two Previous Appointments, Is Now Being