Which client would be an ideal candidate for injectable progestins such as medroxyprogesterone acetate as a contraceptive choice?
A) The ideal candidate wants menstrual regularity and predictability.
B) The client has a history of thrombotic problems or breast cancer.
C) The ideal candidate has difficulty remembering to take oral contraceptives daily.
D) The client is homeless or mobile and rarely receives health care.

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Injectable progestins such as medroxyprogesterone acetate are a good choice for clients who have difficulty remembering to take oral contraceptives daily, as they only need to receive them every 3 months. This method may not be ideal for clients who want menstrual regularity (A), have a history of thrombotic problems or breast cancer (B), or are homeless or mobile and rarely receive health care (D).

Which Client Would Be an Ideal Candidate for Injectable Progestins