The client plans to use oral contraceptives for birth control.Which client behavior would the nurse be most concerned about?

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Smoking while taking oral contraceptives increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, including stroke and blood clots. Therefore, the nurse should be most concerned about the client who smokes while planning to use oral contraceptives. The other behaviors mentioned may require additional education or consideration, but are not contraindications for the use of oral contraceptives.

The Client Plans to Use Oral Contraceptives for Birth Control