Which of the Following Statements About IUDs and Pelvic Inflammatory

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about IUDs and pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is TRUE?

• A)PID rates are high for the first 6 months of use.
• B)PID is typically limited to women who have a history of spontaneous abortions.
• C)Most cases of PID among IUD users can be treated with antibiotics.
• D)IUD use reduces the risk of PID in most women.

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