The nurse is educating a patient on intrauterine devices (IUDs). The advantages of an IUD that the nurse includes are that:

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IUDs are a form of long-term contraception that is effective immediately upon insertion and does not require daily attention, making it a continuous form of birth control. Over the duration of their use, which can be several years, the cost is relatively low compared to other forms of contraception that require regular purchase. Additionally, IUDs do not need to be inserted immediately before sexual activity, offering convenience and spontaneity. The statement about estrogen release is incorrect as not all IUDs release hormones; some are copper-based and hormone-free. Lastly, IUDs actually decrease the overall risk of pregnancy, including ectopic pregnancies, although if pregnancy occurs with an IUD in place, the relative risk of it being ectopic is higher compared to pregnancies without an IUD.

The Nurse Is Educating a Patient on Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)