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A patient is prescribed birth control pills. What should the nurse include in the patient education regarding missed doses?

  • A. Take two doses the next day if you miss a dose.
  • B. You should take the missed dose as soon as you remember, and take the next dose at the regular time.
  • C. If you miss a dose, skip that day and continue as usual the next day.
  • D. You should stop taking the pills if you miss a dose and contact your healthcare provider.
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as remembered and the next dose taken at the usual time. Choice A is incorrect because taking two doses at once may cause side effects. Choice C is incorrect because missing a dose does not require skipping the next dose. Choice D is incorrect because missing a dose does not typically require stopping the pills, but rather following instructions to compensate for the missed dose.