Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 1973 of 2368
Which instruction should the nurse give to a client who uses a diaphragm?
- Leave the diaphragm in place for at least six hours after intercourse
- Remove the diaphragm immediately after intercourse
- Use the diaphragm without spermicide to avoid irritation
- Insert the diaphragm just after arousal begins
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Correct answer: Leave the diaphragm in place for at least six hours after intercourse
The diaphragm should stay in for at least six hours after sex and be used with spermicide.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive Concepts: Diaphragm or Cervical Cap. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Health Promotion and Maintenance"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026