With Regard to the Noncontraceptive Medical Effects of Combination Oral

Multiple Choice

With regard to the noncontraceptive medical effects of combination oral contraceptives (COCs) ,nurses should be aware that:

A) COCs can cause toxic shock syndrome if the prescription is wrong
B) Hormonal withdrawal bleeding usually is a bit more profuse than in normal menstruation and lasts a week
C) COCs increase the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancer
D) The effectiveness of COCs can be altered by some over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements