A Couple Is Trying to Cope with an Infertility Problem

question 1

Multiple Choice

A couple is trying to cope with an infertility problem. They want to know what they can do to preserve their emotional equilibrium. The nurse's most appropriate response is:

• A) "Tell your friends and family so they can help you."
• B) "Talk only to other friends who are infertile because only they can help."
• C) "Get involved with a support group. I'll give you some names."
• D) "Start adoption proceedings immediately because it is very difficult to obtain an infant."

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Non-Gender Sensitive Therapy

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Gender Differences

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